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1  President's  Message 


A  Message  From  Development 


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Annual  Fund 
1812  Society 
Overall  Giving 
List  of  Donors 
At  Lycoming 
Alumni  Happenings 
Class  Notes 


This  issue  was  produced  by  the 

Office  of  College  Relations  570.321.4037 

Editor:  Steve  Inch 

Vice  President  for  College  Advancement:  Lynn  E.  Jackson 

Director  of  Alumni  Relations: 

Melanie  Harris  Taomiina  '94 
Director  of  De\elopmcnt:  Jennifer  Desmond  Wilson 
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Sports  Editor:  Cotton  Mayer 
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Joseph  G.  Lorah  '94 

President 

Rev.  Dr.  Ronald  McElwee  '71 

Brenda  Bowser  Soder  "98 

John  Murray  II  "81 

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Meredith  (Rambo)  Murray  '92 

Dr.  Heather  Duda  '98 

Wendy  (Park)  Myers  '89 

1st  Vice  President 

Taunia  (Halcrow)  Oechslin  '92 

Dr.  Deanna  Barthlow- 

Mark  Ohiinger  '92 

Potkanowicz  "96 

Dr  Barbara  (Neff)  Price  "60 

Brian  Belz  "96 

Capt.  Richard  Raudabaugh  "60 

Bonnie  (Bierly)  Bowes  "62 

Dr.  Linda  (Wabschall)  Ross  "69 

Joseph  O.  Bunce  III  '63 

Linda  (Lady)  Scott  "77 

Christine  Colella  "04 

Gary  Spies  "72 

Michele  Connors  "06 

Joseph  Wade  "90 

Lynn  Cruickshank  "84 

Ann  (Bell)  Wood '73 

Lee  Dawson  "97 

Dr.  Dennis  Youshaw  "61 

Dr.  Shannon  (Keane) 

English  "94 

AJ  Francavilla  '08 

Richard  Felix  '56 

'07.  '08  SSLC  President 

Dr.  WilHam  Gallagher  III  "70 

Jessica  Gough  '07 

W.  Clark  Gaughan"  77 

Senior  Class  Past  President 

Andrew  Gross  '59 

Amilcar  Guzman  "08 

Bill  Hessert  "85 

Senior  Class  President 

Reach  us  by  e-nnail.  You  can  correspond  with 
the  alumni  office  and  send  class  notes  by  e-mail. 

alumni@lycoming.edu 


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PRESIDENT' S   MESSAGE 


.   Y  y^^""  ^S^  I  wrote  to  you  about  the  ground- 
A  \  breaking  for  the  College's  new  residence 
hall.  When  we  opened  this  semester 
in  August,  eighty-five  juniors  and  seniors  moved 
into  that  new  building  on  the  comer  of  Washington 
Boulevard  and  Mulberry  Street.  Although  de- 
signed as  one  building,  separate  first  floor  entranc- 
es and  individual  porches  reinforce  the  surround- 
ing neighborhood  atmosphere  while  the  overall 
architectural  design  connects  the  building  to  the 
College's  campus.  The  apartment-style  suites  are 
equipped  with  kitchenettes  and  pro\  ide  upperclass 
students  with  a  more  independent  living  option. 

As  one  of  only  266  National  Liberal  Arts 
Colleges,  Lycoming  continues  to  prepare  under- 
graduate students  in  many  ways  for  their  fijtures. 
The  quality  of  the  College's  educational  approach 
continues  to  be  broadly  recognized,  most  recently 
by  Princeton  Review,  which  included  Lycoming 
as  one  of  the  "Best  Northeastern  Colleges."  and 
by  Washington  Monthly,  which  ranked  Lycoming 
58th  out  of  over  200  institutions  based  on  its  strong 
graduation  rate,  the  large  percent  of  students  who 
participate  in  commu- 
nity service,  and  the 
College's  continued 
commitment  to  access 
and  atTordability. 
Last  month  the 
College  welcomed 
alumna  Deirdre 
Connelly  '83 
back  to  Wil- 
iamsport.   Ms. 
Connelly  is  the 
president  of  Lilly 

USA  and  was  recently  selected  by  Fortune 

magazine  as  one  of  the  fifty  most  powerful 

women  in  business.  When  1  spoke  to  her 

about  her  successes  after  graduation,  she 

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cited  the  significant  influences  of  Lycoming  faculty  on  her  life.  As  is  true  of  so  many  Lycoming  alumni,  she  ben- 
efited from  the  opportunity  to  get  to  know  and  to  work  with  a  faculty  who  take  interest  in  their  students  and  foster 
their  professional  and  personal  growth. 

Through  your  generosity,  each  of  you  has  had  an  impact  on  the  lives  of  our  students.  Those  of  you  who  are 
donors  to  the  2006-07  Annual  Fund  have  played  a  vital  role  in  providing  annual  resources  needed  to  support  the 
educations  of  our  current  students.  Those  of  you  who  have  provided  endowments  and  other  long-temi  support 
are  securing  Lycoming's  well-earned  status  as  a  National  Liberal  Arts  College.  You  all  join  others  who  for  almost 
200  years  have  believed  in  the  value  of  the  programs  here  and  have  made  it  possible  for  the  College  to  continue  its 
tradition  of  small  classes  taught  by  highly  credentialed  full-time  faculty.  Your  support  strengthens  the  strong  liberal 
arts  and  sciences  curriculum  and  makes  possible  the  wide  array  of  extra-curricular  activities  as  well  as  the  fine 
facilities  of  the  College. 

On  behalf  of  Lycoming  College,  I  thank  you  for  your  generosity  and  support.  With  your  help,  Lycoming 
College  will  continue  to  present  brighter  futures  to  our  students  for  many  years  to  come. 


James  E.  Douthat 
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\    1  ^  J  ith  the  Canipnign  for  a  Brighter  Future  well  underway,  fiscal 
'A  *  #year  2007  was  filled  with  exciting  development  opportunities  at 
^J  ,,jf  Lycoming  College.  The  Development  Staff  immensely  enjoyed 
working  with  several  donors  who  invested  in  the  future  of  Lycoming  College 
and  its  students.  From  critical  annual  fund  dollars  to  support  for  Lycoming's 
new  residence  hall  to  new  endowed  funds  that  will  provide  opportunities  for 
the  students  of  tomorrow,  Lycoming  is  grateful  to  each  person  and  corporation 
listed  on  the  pages  that  follow.  Simply  stated,  without  their  gifts  Lycoming 
College  would  not  be  able  to  offer  the  quality  national  liberal  arts  education 
synonymous  with  its  reputation. 

The  Campaign  fur  a  Brighter  Future  received  over  $5M  in  new  commit- 
ments during  the  fiscal  year.  As  of  June  30,  2007,  the  Campaign  totals  sur- 
passed $33M  making  the  goal  of  $42M  within  a  S9M  reach.  We  thank  the 
many  donors  who  have  made  commitments  to  the  Campaign  during  the  fiscal 
year  and  extend  an  invitation  to  new  individuals  interested  in  investing  in  the 
students  of  tomorrow.  Together  we  will  continue  creating  brighter  futures  for 
countless  generations  of  Lycoming  students. 


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While  every  gift  counts,  generous  leadership  gifts 
provide  Lycoming  with  the  tools  to  move  the  institu- 
tion forward  in  the  ever-changing  environment  of  higher 
education.  Lycoming  College  acknowledges  the  follow- 
ing individuals  and  businesses  for  their  leadership  gifts 
of  $10,000  or  more  this  past  fiscal  year.  This  short  list  of 
donors  accounts  for  63%  of  total  gifts  received  in  fiscal 
year  2007.  Lycoming  greatly  appreciates  their  generous 
commitment  and  loyalty. 

Abbott  Laboratories  Fund 

Anonymous 

Anonymous 

Anonymous 

Louisa  Atlierton  '37 

Bess  and  Eph  (deceased)  Baker 

Mynia  A.  Barnes  Trust 

Shirley  (Wunderly)  '66  and  John  "66  Biggar 

Judith  Fry  Cahstri  '56 

Citizens  &  Northern  Bank 

Cleveland  Brothers  Equipment  Company 

Mary  and  Jay  '88  Cleveland  Jr 

Sandra  and  Jay  Cleveland  Sr. 

Robert  Cohen 

Estate  of  Kathryn  S.  Day 

Emily  and  James  Douthat 

Marilyn  (Phillippy)  '70  and  Donald  "dS  F;ulor 

Susan  (Bartz)  Flanagan  '75 

Helen  (Holler)  '57  and  Daniel ^7,  'OIH  Fultz 

Beatrice  (Baird)  '69  and  David  '69  Gathi 

Nancy  (Hall)  '59  and  Casimir  '59  Gieniei 

Global  Gift  l-und 

Carl  GrivnL-r  '75 

Joanne  anil  Arthur  '59  1  laherberger 

Grace  (Ptlecgor)  '67  arul  Daniel  Hawbakei 

Tina  and  Michael  '63  Hayes 

Estate  ol  Lloyd  J.  HefFelfinger 

Joyce  and  Harold  '51  Hershberger  Jr. 

Vincent  Horcasitas 

James  Hubbard  '66 

Jersey  Shore  State  Bank 

Kathryn  (Baldwin)  '67  and  Edward  '53  Johnson 

Joanne  Korengo  '65 

Jane  (Keyte)  '55  and  Eugene  '57  Landon 

L.B.  Smith  Educational  Foundation 
Joyce  and  David  '61  Lee 
Joyce  and  Peter  '69  Lynn 

M&T  Bank 

James  Maiolo  '58 

Manheim  Investors 

D.  Stephen  Martz  '64 

Sylvia  and  Richard  '62  Mase 

Ann  Sue  (Bingaman)  '60  and  Jay  '60  McComiick 

Marilyn  and  Richard  '68  Myers 

Margaret  and  John  "07H  Piper  Jr. 

Estate  of  Mary  R.  Schweikle  '63 

Andrea  Seuren  '76 

Charlene  and  Robert  '58,  '04H  Shangraw 

Cheryl  (Eck)'70  and  Hugh  Spencer 

Steven  Stout  '72 

Norma  and  H.  Lawrence  '57  Swartz 

Diane  and  David  '38,  '89H  (deceased)  Sykes 

The  David  B  and  Shirley  L.  Sykes  Foundation 

Ronalee  (Bennett)  '69  and  John  '68  Trogner  Jr. 

United  Methodist  Church  Central  PA  Conference 

United  Way  of  Capital  Region 

Elizabeth  and  Alvin  '71  Younger  Jr. 


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Endowed  Funds  plan  lor  the  liituie  of  Lycoming 
College  and  ensure  that  countless  generations  of 
students  will  benefit  from  a  Lycoming  education. 
Special  thanks  to  the  following  donors  for  creating 
opportunities  for  current  and  future  students  through 
the  establishment  of  these  ne\\'  funds  in  fiscal  year  2007: 

An  anonymous  donor  cslabllshcd  the  Dr.  Olio  L.  Sonder  "46 
Endowed  Scholarship  in  appreeialion  for  Dr.  Sonder "s 
service  to  Lycoming  College  for  students  u  ith  linancial  need. 

Robert  Cohen  established  the  Linda  Lev  Cohen  "fiX  Endowed 
Scholarship  in  memory  of  his  wife,  Linda,  tor  students  w  ith 
demonstrated  financial  need  majoring  in  history, 

Sanlu  deSilva  established  the  deSilva  Mathematics 
Colloquium  Endowed  Fund  to  support  the  projects,  speakers, 
and  presentations  associated  with  the  Mathematical  Science 
Colloquium. 

The  Former  Agents  of  the  FBI  Foundation  established  the 
J.  Edgar  Hoover  Memorial  Award  to  be  awarded  at  Honors 
Convocation. 

Arthur  '59  and  .loanne  Haberberger  established  the  Joanne  and 
Arthur  Haberberger  Berks  County  Endowed  Scholarship  for 
students  with  financial  need  from  Berks  County,  Pennsylvania. 


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Richard  '62  ancTS^WWWSse  established  the  Richard  ani 
Sylvia  Mase  Endowed  Scholarship  for  students  w  ith  financial 
need  from  Tioga  or  Bradford  Counties,  Pennsylvania. 

Many  donors  joined  together  to  create  the  John  F.  Piper.  Jr. 
and  Margaret  P.  Piper  Endov\ed  Scholarship  in  appreciation  of 
John  and  Margaret's  scr\  ice  to  Lycoming  College  upon  Dean 
Piper's  retirement. 

Andrea  Seuren  '76  established  the  Seuren  Leadership  Speaker 
Series  in  memory  of  her  parents.  Walt  and  Peg  Seuren,  to 
build  a  culture  ol' leadership  that  espouses  ser\  ice,  ethics,  and 
critical  thinking  that  w  ill  shape  Lycoming  students  throughout 
their  lives. 

H.  Lawrence  '57  and  Norma  J.  Swartz  established  the 
Mclver/Thayer  Competitive  Performance  Choir  Scholarship 
in  memory  of  Walter  Mclver  and  in  honor  of  Fred  Thayer  to 
benefit  students  with  linancial  need  who  are  participating  in 
the  Choir. 


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During  the  2006-2007  fiscal  year, 
Lycoming  College's  alumni,  parents, 
and  friends  contributed  $863,090  to 
the  Lycoming  Annual  Fund,  setting 
a  new  record  of  success!  Gifts  to  the 
Lycoming  Annual  Fund  are  imme- 
diately put  into  action,  supporting 
financial  aid,  academic  programs,  and 
student  life. 

Tuition  only  covers  61%  of  the  cost  of 
a  student's  education  at  Lycoming.  The  remaining  39%  is 
funded  by  outside  support,  including  gifts  to  the  Lycoming 
Annual  Fund.  Each  year,  support  to  the  Lycoming  Annual 
Fund  helps  ensure  the  vitality  and  strength  of  the  College, 
providing  95%  of  students  with  some  form  of  financial  aid. 

Thank  you  for  your  generous  support! 


Bringing  Back  the  Pleasure  of  a  Phone  Call 


By  Loni  N.  Kline,  Director  of  Annual  Giving 

In  1876,  Alexander  Graham  Bell  shaped  world  history 
with  the  invention  of  the  telephone.  Back  then,  it  was  a  thrill 
to  receive  a  phone  call,  and  the  news  of  telecommunication 
spread  quickly.  In  today's  era,  news  about  the  "Do  Not  Call" 
list  spread  even  faster.  Lycoming  students  want  to  change 
your  perception  of  telephone  communication,  and  bring  back 
the  pleasure  of  a  phone  call — the  best  way  to  stay  connected! 

Throughout  the  academic  year,  a  team  of  25  Lycoming 
students  spend  evening  hours  making  phone  calls  to  connect 
with  alumni,  parents,  and  friends.  Our  callers  are  anxious  to 
hear  a  voice  on  the  other  end  of  the  phone,  as  they  enjoy  the 
opportunity  to  proudly  represent  Lycoming.  These  students 
are  representatives  of  Lycoming,  not  telemarketers. 

Sure,  the  callers  encourage  financial  support  to  the 
Lycoming  Annual  Fund,  but  the  donations  are  bonuses  to 
each  conversation.  Phonathon  calls  give  students  the  chance 
to  offer  news  about  Lycoming,  to  network  with  alumni  and 
friends,  and  to  expand  their  skills.  Their  success  is  not  exclu- 
sively calculated  by  the  amount  of  money  raised,  but  by  the 
creation  and  maintenance  of  relationships. 

The  next  time  "Lycoming  College"  appears  on  caller-id, 
please  pick  up  the  phone,  and  give  one  of  our  fine  students  an 
opportunity  to  update  you  on  all  things  Lycoming.  Together, 
we  may  not  be  pioneers  of  telecommunication,  as  Alexander 
Graham  Bell  was,  but  we  can  bring  back  the  pleasure  of  a 
phone  call. 


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Alumni 

Parents 

Past  Parents 

Individuals 

Corporations 

Foundations 

Matching  Gift  Co. 

Organization 


TOTALS 


$587,938 

$10,961 

$36,093 

$67,216 

$47,513 

$37,950 

$38,961 

$36,458 


$863,090 


LYCOMING  COLLEGE  MAGAZINE  •  FALL  'O? 


ANNUAL  FUND 


Each  and  every  gift  to  the  Annual  Fund  makes  a  ditTerence  at  Lycoming  College. 

Alumni  support  to  the  Lycoming  Annual  Fund  is  a  determining  factor  in  college  rankings  and  foundation  grants. 

This  year,  20%  of  alumni  contributed  to  the  Lycoming  Annual  Fund.  Thank  you  for  your  support. 


Class 
Year 


LYCOMING  ANNUAL  FUND  GIVING  BY  CLASS  YEAR 


Fiscal    Year     2006-2007 


Total 
Alumni 


Annual 

Fund 

Donors 


Annual 

Fund 

Giving 


Annual 

Fund 

Participation 


Class 
Year 


Total 
Alumni 


.\nnuul 

Fund 

Donors 


/Vnnual 

Fund 

Giving 


Annual 

Fund 

Partieipalion 


1930 

2 

1 

$200 

50%     ■ 

1969 

284 

73 

$58,120 

26% 

1931 

4 

-} 

$125 

50%     ■ 

1970 

243 

63 

$30,878 

26% 

1932 

6 

1 

$100 

H 

1971 

238 

62 

$22,370 

26% 

1933 

4 

1 

$100 

25%     H 

1972 

240 

53 

$13,645 

22% 

1934 

3 

~> 

$100 

67%    ■ 

1973 

306 

76 

$17,525 

25% 

1935 

9 

-) 

$1,550 

22%    H 

1974 

322 

70 

$19,645 

22% 

1936 

7 

3 

$3,140 

43%    H 

1975 

262 

68 

$33,968 

26% 

1937 

14 

7 

$1,185 

50%    H 

1976 

248 

53 

$16,805 

21% 

1938 

12 

7 

$3,285 

58%    H 

1977 

246 

58 

$11,610 

24% 

1939 

16 

8 

$2,105 

50%    ■ 

1978 

247 

59 

$9,779 

24% 

1940 

24 

11 

$790 

46%    H 

1979 

218 

41 

$5,490 

19% 

1941 

28 

11 

$1,295 

39%    H 

1980 

224 

51 

$16,949 

23% 

1942 

45 

18 

$1,870 

40%    H 

1981 

179 

49 

$15,510 

27% 

1943 

26 

5 

$745 

19%    ■ 

1982 

202 

34 

$8,095 

17% 

1944 

17 

4 

$535 

24%    H 

1983 

208 

27 

$4,095 

13% 

1945 

16 

6 

$5,471 

38%    H 

1984 

189 

31 

$4,395 

16% 

1946 

27 

7 

$9,689 

26%    H 

1985 

204 

23 

$4,935 

11% 

1947 

60 

16 

$10,074 

27%    H 

1986 

224 

32 

$4,621 

14% 

1948 

63 

20 

$4,440 

32%    H 

1987 

192 

26 

$5,445 

14% 

1949 

35 

19 

$3,360 

54%    H 

1988 

280 

34 

$11,240 

12% 

1950 

85 

34 

$18,515 

40%    H 

1989 

196 

23 

$3,350 

12% 

1951 

82 

31 

$6,625 

38%    H 

1990 

184 

27 

$6,305 

15% 

1952 

94 

30 

$4,195 

32%    H 

1991 

211 

12 

$1,275 

6% 

1953 

70 

24 

$6,868 

34%    H 

1992 

237 

35 

$8,551 

15% 

1954 

68 

24 

$3,635 

35%    H 

1993 

238 

29 

$1,865 

12% 

1955 

67 

17 

$3,790 

25%    H 

1994 

238 

36 

$5,725 

15% 

1956 

75 

29 

$16,155 

39%    H 

1995 

260 

29 

$3,393 

11% 

1957 

126 

42 

$64,474 

33%    H 

1996 

275 

32 

$4,065 

12% 

1958 

136 

44 

$41,146 

32%    H 

1997 

260 

27 

$1,652 

10% 

1959 

160 

50 

$24,528 

31%    1 

1998 

280 

36 

$2,885 

13% 

1960 

115 

45 

$12,128 

39%    H 

1999 

318 

37 

$2,699 

12% 

1961 

139 

44 

$24,360 

32%    1 

2000 

257 

23 

$2,705 

9% 

1962 

141 

44 

$16,440 

31%    1 

2001 

274 

17 

$2,060 

6% 

1963 

185 

70 

$52,895 

38%    H 

2002 

260 

20 

$1,045 

8% 

1964 

252 

75 

$15,925 

30%    H 

2003 

303 

-IT 

$1,235 

7% 

1965 

242 

71 

$20,370 

29%    H 

2004 

230 

16 

$1,785 

7% 

1966 

199 

66 

$45,742 

33%    H 

2005 

292 

22 

$2,065 

8% 

1967 

239 

82 

$20,444 

34%    H 

2006 

349 

7 

$235 

2% 

1968 

280 

63 

$32,810 

23%    H 

2007 

286 

150 

$528 

52% 

36 


Board  of  Trustees 
2006-2007 

OFMCERSOFTHE 
BOARD  OF  TRUSTEES 

f  I.. ,!..>,. ,n  of  the  Boarr! 

Mr.  Arthur  A.  Haberberger  "59 
Investor  and  Consuhant 
Reading,  PA 

Vice  Chairman 

Mr.  Jay  W.  Cleveland  Sr. 
Chairman  of  the  Board/CEO 

Cleveland  Brothers  Equipment 

Company 
Harrisburg,  PA 

Secretary 

Mr.  Melvin  H.  Campbell  Jr.  "70 
Owner/President 

Campbell,  Harrington  &  Brear 

Advertising  Agency 
York,  PA 

Assistant  Secretary 

Mr.  Harold  D.  Hershberger  Jr.  '51 
President 

Deer  Mountain  Associates.  Inc. 
Williamsport,  PA 

Assistant  Secretary 

Ann  S.  Pepperman,  Esquire 
Partner 

McNerney  Page.  Vanderlin  &  Hall 
Williamsport,  PA 

ME.MBERS 

Dr.  Brenda  Alston-Mills  "66 
Professor 

North  Carolina  State  University 
Raleigh,  NC 

David  R.  Bahl,  Esquire 
Partner 

McCormick  Law  Finn 
Williamsport,  PA 

Dr.  Robert  L.  Bender  "59 
Associate  VP  for  Academic  Affairs/ 

Retired  (Emeritus) 

University  of  Illinois 
Champaign,  IL 

Mr.  John  R.  Biggar  '66 
Executive  VP  and  CFO 

PPL  Resources.  Inc. 
Allentown,  PA 

Dr.  James  E.  Douthat 
President 

Lycoming  College 
Williamsport,  PA 


Mr.  Donald  E.  Failor  '68 
Owner/Chartered  Life  Underwriter 

D.  E.  Failor  Associates 
Harrisburg,  PA 

Dr.  DanielG.  Fultz'57, 'OIH 
Executive  IP  and  Treasurer/Retired 

Lycoming  College 
Mendon,  NY 

Mr.  David  D.  Gathman  '69 
Senior  VP  and  CFO 
SunGard  SCT  Inc. 
Bryn  Mawr,  PA 

Mrs.  Nancy  Gieniec  "59 
Self  Employed/Retired 
Lancaster,  PA 

Mr.  Daniel  R.  Hawbaker 
President 

Glenn  O.  Hawbaker  Inc. 
State  College,  PA 

Mr.  Michael  J.  Hayes  '63 
President/CEO 

Fred's  Inc. 
Memphis,  TN 

Mr.  James  L.  Hebe  '71 
President 

Co-Van  International  Trucks.  Inc. 
Coquitlam,  BC 

Bishop  Neil  L.  Irons 
Bishop/Retired 

Central  PA  Conference. 

United  Methodist  Church 
Mechanicsburg,  PA 

Mr.  Dale  N.  K.rapt"67 
President 

Geoige  Krapf.  Jr  &  Sons,  Inc. 
Exton,  PA 

Mr.  Daniel  R.  Langdon  '73 
President 

East  Penn  Manufacturing  Co.,  Inc. 
Lyon  Station,  PA 

Mr.  David  B.  Lee  '61 
President/CEO 

Omega  Financial  Corporation 
State  College.  PA 

Dr.  Robert  G.  Little  '63 
Family  Physician 

Community  Medical  Associates 
Halifax,  PA 

Mrs.  Carolyn-Kay  (Miller)  Lundy  '63 
Community-  I  bliinleer/Former 
Teacher 
Williamsport,  PA 

Mr.  Peter  R.  Lynn  '69 
CEO 

Government  Retirement  & 

Benefits,  Inc. 
Alexandria,  VA 


Mr.  D.  Stephen  Martz  '64 
Part-time  Business  Manager 

First  United  Methodist  Church 
Hollidaysburg,  PA 

Mr.  Richard  D.  Mase  '62 
Businessman,  Self  Employed/ 

Retired 
Montoursville,  PA 

Dr.  Norman  B.  Medow  '60 
Surgeon 

Manhattan,  Eye.  Ear  &  Throat 

Hospital 
New  York,  NY 

Mr.  James  G.  Scott  '70 
Independent  Consultant 
Morris  Plains,  NJ 

Dr.  Robert  L.  Shangraw  '58,  '04H 
Chairman  Emeritus 

First  Vice  President  for 
Investments/Retired 

Merrill  Lynch.  Pierce,  Fenner  & 

Smith 
Williamsport,  PA 

Mr.  Hugh  H.  Sides  '60 
President 

Robert  M.  Sides  Music.  Inc. 
Williamsport,  PA 

Mr.  Stanley  W.  Sloter  '80 
President 

Paradigm  Companies 
Arlington,  VA 

The  Honorable  Clinton  W.  Smith  '55 
Senior  Judge 

Lycoming  County  Court  House 
Williamsport,  PA 

Mr.  Charles  D.  Springman  '59 
Senior  VP  Operations/Retired 

May  Department  Stores 
Williamsport,  PA 

Mr.  John  S.  Trogner  Jr.  '68 
Treasurer 

Troegs  Brewing  Co. 
Harrisburg,  PA 

Mrs.  Robert  S.  Yasui 
Nurse/Homemaker/Retired 
Williamsport,  PA 

Dr.  Dennis  G.  Youshaw  '61 
Physician/Retired 
Altoona,  PA 

EMERITUS  MEMBERS 

Mr.  David  Y.  Brouse  '47 
Montoursville,  PA 

Mr.  Richard  W.  DeWald  '61 
Montoursville,  PA 


Dr.  Samuel  H.  Evert  '34 
Palm  Beach  Gardens,  PL 

Dr.  Kenrick  R.  KJian  '57 
Penney  Farms,  FL 

Mrs.  Margaret  D.  L'Heureux 
Williamsport,  PA 

Dr.  William  Pickelner  ■95H 
Williamsport,  PA 

Mrs.  John  Rich  VI  '42 
Woolrich,  PA 

Dr.  Harold  H.  Shreckengast  Jr.  '50, 

'OOH 

Philadelphia,  PA 

The  Reverend  Dr.  Wallace  Stettler 
Kingston,  PA 


Alumni  Association 

Executive  Board 

2006-2007 

OFFICERS  OF  THE  BOARD 

President 

Ms.  Brenda  J.  Bowser  Seder  '98 
Silver  Spring,  MD 

Past  President 

Mr.  David  A.  Walsh '76 
Scotia,  NY 

1st  \  ice  President 

Mr.  David  E.  Freet  '68 
Harrisburg,  PA 

2nd  \  ice  President 

Dr.  Heather  Duda  '98 
Indiana,  PA 

Secretary 

Mr.  Lee  Dawson  '96 
Williamsport,  PA 

Treasurer 

Mr.  Gary  R.  Spies  '71 
Williamsport,  PA 

MEMBERS 

Mr.  Bnan  L.  Belz  '96 
Lansdale,  PA 

Mrs.  Bonnie  (Bierly)  Bowes  '62 
Jersey  Shore,  PA 

Mr.  Andrew  A.  Bucke  '71 
Liverpool,  PA 


^ 


Ms.  Christine  M.  Colella  "04 
Brick.  NJ 

Ms.  Lynn  A.  Cruickshank  "84 
Fairport,  NY 

Dr.  David  E.  Detwiler  III  "75 
Forest,  VA 

Dr.  Shannon  (Kcane)  English  "94 
Big  Rapids,  Ml 

Mr.  Richard  H.  Felix  "56 
Willianisport,  PA 

Dr.  William  J.  Gallagher  HI  "70 
Carlisle.  PA 

Mr.  W.  Clark  Gaughan  "77 
Ellieott  City.  MD 

Mr.  .Andrew  M.  Gross  '59 
Basking  Ridge,  NJ 

Ms.  Kan  L.  Hebble  "86 
Florissant,  CO 

Dr.  John  J.  Joe  "59 
Coates\ille,  PA 

The  Reverend  Dr. 

Ronalds.  McElwee  "71 
Chanibershurg.  PA 

Mr.  John  T.Murray  11  "SI 
Martinsville,  NJ 

Mrs.  Meredith  Ranibo  Murray  '92 
Roosevelt,  NJ 

Mrs.  Wendy  (Park)  Myers  "89 
Shamong.  NJ 

Ms.  Taunia  (Halcrov\)  Oechslin  "92 
Johnstou  n,  PA 

Mr  MarkJ.  Ohlinger'92 
Reading.  PA 

Dr  Barbara  (NetT)  Price  "60 
Hanover  Township,  PA 

Captain  Richard  L.  Raudabaugh  "60 
Mechanicsburg,  PA 

Dr  Linda  (Wabschall)  Ross  '69 
West  Chester,  PA 

Mrs.  Cheryl  (Eck)  Spencer  '70 
Deerficid,  IL 

Mr  Joseph  M.  Wade  '90 
Perkasie.  PA 

Mrs.  Linda  (Lady)  Wallace  "77 
Morris  Plains,  NJ 

Ms.  Ann  (Bell)  Wood  '73 
Clearfield,  PA 


Dr.  Dennis  G.  Youshau  "61 
Altoona,  P.^ 

Mr.  AJ  Francavilla  '08 
Student  Senate  I'rcMdenl 

Ms.  Kelly  A.  Ilouertcr  "06 
Student  Senate  Past  President 

Ms.  Jessica  E.  Gough  "07 
Senior  Class  President 

Ms.  Michele  Connors  '06 
Senior  Class  Past  President 


TKArVKS 


Institute  for 

Management  Studies 

Board  of  Visitors 

2006-2007 

Mr  Frank  Brennan 
Ownt'i'^Princip/f 

Pareiile  Ramlolph  LLC 
Willianisport,  PA 

Mrs.  Nanci  (Davis)  Morris  "78 
Director  of  Public  Markets 

Princeton  Theological  Seminary 
Princeton,  NJ 

Mrs.  Elizabeth  (Smith)  Spielh  "72 

Ecjuifia  Consumer  Solutions 
Catasauqua,  PA 

Mr.  Steven  P.  Johnson  '76 
President 

Susquehanna  Health  System 
Willianisport,  PA 

Mr.  John  B.  Shaffer '71 
Pastor 

First  Church  of  the  Brethren 
Ouakertown,  PA 

Mr.  Marshall  D.  Welch  111 
StonefielJ  Capital.  LLC 
Cogan  Station,  PA 

Mrs.  Mary  B.  Wolf 
Mayor 

City  of  Williamsport 
Willianisport.  I'A 

Dr.  Mehrdad  Madresehee 

Director  Institute  for  Management 

Studies 

Chain  Department  of  Economics 

Lycoming  College 
Williamsport,  PA 

Dr.  John  F.  Piper  Jr. 
Dean  of  the  College 
Lycoming  College 
Williamsport,  PA 


Dr.  H.  Bruce  Weaver 

Professor  Department  of  Business 

Administration 

Lycoming  College 
Williamsport.  PA 

Mr.  Richard  Wienecke 

Chair.  Department  ol'.'Xccounting 

Lycoming  College 
Williamsport.  PA 


"TKArVKS 


LYCOMING 
COLLEGE 


Lycoming  Annual 
Fund  Class  Agent 

Committee 

2006-2007 

Mrs.  Judith  Fry  Calistri  '56 
Fayetteville.  NY 

Mr.  E.  Noel  Faddis  '58 
Guir  Breeze.  FL 

Mrs.  Nancy  Sass  Threll'all  '75 
Norristovvn.  PA 

Mr.  David  A.  Walsh  '76 
Scotia.  NY 

Ms.  Linda  Porr  Sweeney  '78 
Lancaster.  PA 

Mr.  D.  Mark  Fultz  '80 
Pittsford.  NY 

Mr  John  T.  Murray  '81 
Martinsville.  NJ 

Mrs.  Meredith  Ranibo  Murray  '92 
Roosevelt.  NJ 

Ms.  Taunia  (Halcrow  )  Oechslin  '92 
Johnstown.  PA 

Mrs.  Deborah  (Norton)  Valencia  '9.'? 
Sammamish.  WA 

Mr.  Eric  R.  Kratz  '94 
Harrisburg.  PA 

Ms.  Kristin  A.  Nash  '95 
Harrisburg.  PA 

Mr.  Michael  G.  Charles  "96 
Wellsboro.  PA 

Mr.  Morgan  R.  Kyte  '00 
Boonton,  NJ 

Mrs.  Sarah  (Wolferz)  Kyte  '01 
Boonton.  NJ 


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Lycoming  receives  no 
state  grant  funding  to 
cover  expenses  or  state 
allocation  to  support 
building  projects. 
Thecost  of  private 
higher  education  j 

exceeds  the  ability  of        \ 
95%  of  those  families 
who  send  their 
children  to  college. 
Lycoming  students 
receive  $14.5M  in 
financial  aid  each  year. 
Tuition  covers  only 
61%  of  the  cost  of  a 
student's  education  at 
Lycoming. 


37 


LYCOMING  COL'LEG 


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■2008        _^ 

ifealts rJ  ci  h t e r  l^ti 


JtT  a     ^  T 


October  21,  2006 
'■$42  Million 


indowed  Scholarships 
Student  Financial  Aid 


$4.5M  for  Academic  Programs 


Institute  for  Management  Studies 
Clean  Water  Institute 
Symposium  Program 
Visiting  Scholars  Program 


l^raatii/a  Wlrit 


ram 


$3.5M  for  Facultv  Develo 


Three  New  Endowed  Faculty  Chairs 
Endowed  Fund  for  Faculty  Development 


S14.5M  for  Annual  Student  and  Academic  Suppo. 


Lycoming  Annual  F'und 


nt  and  Academi 


Recreation  Center 
Mary  Lindsay  Welch 
Honors  Hall 

New  Apartment  Style 

Residence  Hall 


n  Library  Renovation  and  Technology  Upgrade 
ES  Detwiler  Planetarium  Improvements 


'ays  To  Support  The  Campaign: 


■  Outright  gifts  of  cash  and  appreciated  securities  can 
be  gifted  to  the  Lycoming  Annual  Fund  and  other 
campaign  projects.  Real  estate  and  personal  property 
are  other  assets  a  donor  may  gift  to  the  College. 
L_  Planned  gifts  made  through  bequest  provisions,  life 
insurance  policies,  life  income  plans,  and  retirement 
funds  may  reduce  estate  and  other  taxes  while 
allowing  the  donor  to  retain  lifetime  use  of  his  or 
her  assets. 
For  more  information  about  liow  you  can  support  the 
campaign,  please  contact  the  Development  Office  at 
570.321.4395. 

,  5JCl 


in  covers  only  61%  of  the  cost  of  delivering  a 
student's  education  at  Lycoming 
Lycoming  receives  no  state  grant  fiinding  to  cover 
expenses  or  state  allocation  to  support  building 
projects 

The  cost  of  private  higher  education  exceeds  the 
ability  of  95%  of  those  families  who  send  their 
children  to  college 

Students  receive  $14.5M  in  financial  aid  each 
year  from  Lycoming  College 


CAMPUS       NOTES 


Dr.  Stephen  Storck 
Named  Vice  President 
and  Treasurer 

Stephen  R.  Storck.  CPA, 
PhD.  has  been  named  Vice 
President  and  Treasurer  of 
Lycoming  College.  The 
announcement  was  made 
on  August  20  by  President 
James  E.  Douthat.  Dr.  Storck 
will  leave  his  position  as 
Vice  President  for  Adminis- 
tration and  Chief  Financial 
Officer  at  Heidelberg  College 
in  Ohio  this  fall  to  lead 
the  Business  Division  at 
Lycoming.  He  will  succeed 
Mr.  Robert  W.  Griesemer. 
who  retired  from  Lycoming 
College  in  June. 

"We  are  delighted  with 
Steve  Storck's  decision  to 
join  us  as  the  senior  financial 
officer  at  the  College."  said 
Dr.  Douthat.  "He  comes 
with  broad  leadership 
experiences  at  several  fine 
private  institutions."  Prior 
to  his  ser\  ice  at  Heidelberg, 
Dr.  Storck  was  the  Vice 
President  for  Business 
Affairs  at  Otterbein  College 
in  Ohio  for  1 8  years  and  has 
worked  in  other  capacities  at 
colleges  in  Pennsylvania  and 
West  Virginia. 

Dr.  Storck  earned  the  PhD 
from  Ohio  University,  the 
MBA  from  York  College, 
and  holds  a  bachelor  of  arts 
in  accounting  from  King's 
College. 


At  Lycoming 


"Lycoming  College  has 
much  of  which  to  be  proud. 
includmg  the  significant 
achievements  of  the  past  20 
years,"  said  Dr.  Storck.  "It 
is  positioned  well  for  the 
future,  and  1  am  looking 
forward  to  being  part  of  the 
campus  community.  1  have 
been  particularly  impressed 
by  the  important  recognition 
that  Lycoming  has  recently 
received  from  outside  enti- 
ties. But.  it  was  the  friendli- 
ness and  approachability  of 
the  people  that  I  encountered 
while  on  campus  that  1  found 
most  appealing." 

Dr.  Storck  and  his  wife, 
Phyllis,  are  the  parents  of 
two  grown  children.  While  in 
Ohio,  Dr.  Storck  served  on  a 
number  of  boards,  including 
the  Westerville  Chamber  of 
Commerce,  the  Rotary  Clubs 
of  Tiffin  and  Westerville.  and 
the  Westerville  Symphony 
Orchestra. 

WELCOME, 

Class  of  2011! 

The  Class  of  20 11  was 
formally  welcomed  to 
Lycoming  College  on  Friday, 
August  24,  during  the  New 
Student  Convocation.  The 
400-member  class  made  the 
traditional  march  through  the 
Sykcs  date  and  proceeded 
to  the  upper  quad,  where 
the  class  was  greeted  by 
faculty  and  staff  members  in 
academic  regalia,  as  well  as 
family  and  friends. 

Dr.  Mehrdad  Madrcsehee. 
Chair  of  the  Faculty,  was 
the  presenter  of  the  mace. 
Speakers  included  Dr.  James 
E.  Douthat,  President  of  the 


College;  Dr.  Thomas 
Griffiths,  Provost  and  Dean 
of  the  College:  and  Ms. 
Regina  M.  Collins,  Assistant 
Dean  for  Freshmen. 

Mr.  David  H.  Freet  '68 
of  Harrisburg,  President  of 
the  Pennsylvania  Telephone 
Association,  was  the  guest 
speaker.  "I'd  like  to  welcome 
you  to  this  new  opportu- 
nity in  your  life,"  said  Freet. 
"Don't  hesitate  to  try  new 
things.  You'll  learn  from 
the  experience  and  be  better 
for  it." 

During  the  ceremony. 
Dr.  Griffiths  presented  the 
General  Board  of  Higher 


Education  and  Ministry 
Exemplary  Teacher  Award 
to  Dr.  Gene  Sprechini,  who 
joined  the  Mathematical 
Sciences  Department  in 
1981.  Dr.  Sprechini  was  also 
the  recipient  of  the  2007 
Constance  Cupp  Plankenhom 
Alumni  Award  for  Faculty 
Excellence. 

The  choir  and  brass 
ensemble  perfomied 
several  selections  during 
the  afternoon's  ceremony. 
Sr.  Catherine  Ann  Gilvary 
delivered  the  invocation.  A 
reception  was  held  on  the 
upper  quad  for  all  those  in 
attendance  follow  ing  the 
Convocation. 

The  Class  of  201 1  represents 
Lycoming  College's  national 
status,  with  students  coming 
from  Orlando,  Phoenix, 
Houston,  Seattle,  and  Los 
Angeles,  according  to  Mr. 
James  Spencer,  Dean  of 
Admissions  and  Financial  Aid. 


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39 


CAMPUS  NOTES 


LYCOMING  cm 


40 


Comocalion  speaker  Dcirid Freer  '6S 

The  incoming  class 
includes  nine  high  school 
valedictorians  and  salutatori- 
ans.  Fifty  students  have  been 
invited  to  participate  in  the 
College's  Scholars  Program. 

"The  largest  anticipated 
major  of  the  incoming  class 
is  biology,  with  business, 
archaeology,  psychology, 
and  English  right  behind," 
said  Spencer.  "We've  seen 
renewed  interest  in  the  sci- 
ences in  each  of  the  past 
three  years.  I  credit  the  Col- 
lege's Clean  Water  Institute 
as  being  the  catalyst  for  this 
surge." 

New  Residence  Hall 
Opens 

Lycoming  College's  first 
new  residence  hall  since 
1 965  opened  when  students 
arrived  for  the  start  of  the 
fall  semester.  The  L-shaped 
townhouse  configuration, 
located  on  the  comer  of 
Washington  Boulevard  and 
Mulberry  Street,  accommo- 
dates 85  students. 

The  design  of  the  fapade 
and  landscaping  suggests 
a  cluster  of  single  family 

^  The  new  residence  hall  will 
feature  a  courtyard  at  the  rear  of  the 
complex.  The  architecture  (below) 
blends  in  with  existing  College  and 
communit}-  buildings. 


houses  when,  in 
fact,  all  of  the 
units  are  adjoined. 
The  residence 
hall  is  the 
College's  first 
to  be  air  condi- 
tioned. Residents 
were  selected 
using  a  lottery 
system,  with 
senior  status  and 
GPAas  criteria. 
"I  am  very  excited 
about  living  in  the 
new  Residence 
Hall,  especially 
since  1  will  be 
among  the  first 
to  live  there,"  said  senior 
Jamie  Rowe  of  Honesdale, 
Pa.  "1  have  high  expectations 
because  it  is  such  a  positive 
addition  to  the  campus.  1 
hope  it  will  allow  me  to  have 


more  freedom,  but  still 
experience  cooperative 
living." 

The  Development 
Office  is  pleased  to 
announce  there  are  sev- 
eral residence  hall  naming 
opportunities  available 
for  interested  individuals 
or  businesses.  For  more 
information,  please  contact 
Jennifer  Wilson,  Director 
of  Development,  at 
570.321.4395,  or  Wilson® 
lycoming.edu. 

Lycoming  One  of 
"Best  Northeastern 
Colleges" 

Lycoming  College  is 
one  of  222  outstanding 
colleges  and  universities 
in  the  Northeast  that  The 
Princeton  Review 
recommends  to  college 


Jfcss 

Colleges 


applicants  in  the  new 
2008  edition  of  its  book,  "Best 
Northeastern  Colleges." 

"The  schools  in  this  book 
all  have  excellent  academic 
programs,"  says  Robert 
Franek,  Princeton  Review  s 
V.P.,  Publishing.  "We  chose 
them  from  several  hundred 
Northeastern  schools  we 
considered  based  on  institu- 
tional data  we  collect  about 
the  schools,  our  surveys  of 
students  attending  them,  and 
our  visits  to  schools  over  the 
years.  We  also  worked  to 
have  a  wide  representation 
of  colleges  in  the  book  by 
size,  selectivity,  character  and 
locale." 

The  book  includes  schools 
in  the  District  of  Columbia 
and  eleven  states:  Connecticut, 
Delaware,  Maine,  Maryland, 
Massachusetts,  New 
Hampshire,  New  Jersey,  New 
York,  Pennsylvania,  Rhode 
Island,  and  Vermont. 

The  Princeton  Review 
surveyed  62.000  students 
at  the  222  colleges  in  this 
edition  of  the  book  (about 
275  per  campus).  The  80- 
question  survey  asked 
students  to  rate  their  schools 
in  several  categories — from 
the  accessibility  of  their 
professors  to  quality  of  the 
campus  food — and  answer 
questions  about  themselves, 
their  fellow  students,  and  their 
campus  life.  Comments  from 
surveyed  students  pepper  the 


LYCOMING  COLLEGE  MAGAZINE  •  FALL  '07 


CAMPUS  NOTES 


book's  narrative  profiles  of 
the  colleges. 

The  2008  edition  of  "Best 
Northeastern  Colleges"  is 
the  fourth  edition  of  the 
book.  Unlike  The  Princeton 
Review's  annual  "Best  366 
Colleges,"  "Best  Northeast- 
em  Colleges"  does  not  have 
ranking  lists  based  on  student 
surveys.  The  Princeton 
Review  (www. Princeton 
Review.com)  is  a  New  York- 
based  company  known  for  its 
test  preparation,  education, 
and  college  admission  ser- 
vices. It  is  not  affiliated  with 
Princeton  University  and  it  is 
not  a  magazine. 

Dean's  List  Tailgate 
Kicks  Off  Football 
Season 

On  Saturday.  September 
I ,  the  Development  Office 
hosted  the  First  Annual 


Dean's  List  Tailgate  to 
kick-off  the  2007  Lycoming 
Football  season.  More  than 
S5  alumni,  parents,  and 
friends  of  Lycoming  gathered 
on  a  beautiful  afternoon  at 
David  Person  Field  for  got)d 
food  and  conversation. 

President  James  E. 
Douthat  and  Emily  Douthat 
were  present  to  greet  the 
College's  guests.  Dr.  Tom 
Griffiths,  Lycoming's  new 
Provost  and  Dean  of  the 
College,  and  his  wife.  Dr. 
Margaret  Griffiths,  were  also 
present  to  be  welcomed  to 
the  Lycoming  community. 

The  event  was  held  in  ap- 
preciation of  donors  giving  to 
the  Dean's  List  society.  The 
Development  Office  sends 
a  special  thank  you  to  all 
those  who  support  Lycoming 
College. 


Student  and  Academic 
Plant  Projects 


To  provide 
a  true  home 
for  its  students, 
the  College 
has  Identified 
five  capital 
improvement 
projects: 

O  The  Recreation 
Center 

O  The  Mary 
Lindsay  Welch 
Honors  Hall 

O  A  New 
Residence  Hall 

O  Library 

Renovation  and 

Technology 

Upgrade 

O  Detwiler 
Planetarium 
Improvements 


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Robert  SIhingnm 


0411  and  Jim  "ii  ami  Li/iJa 


http://www.lycoming.edu/clevelopment 


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Annual  Baltimore 
Team  Timeout 
Goes  Indoors 

The  always-popular 
Team  Timeout  at  Camden 
Yards  in  Baltimore  again 
drew  scores  of  alumni 
and  guests  on  Saturday, 
July  14,2007.  Thanks  to 
event  organizer  Stephen 
Simchak  "99,  picnickers 
enjoyed  the  cool  indoors 
with  a  view  of  the  field 
from  the  Camden  Club, 
located  in  the  Warehouse 
at  Oriole  Park,  prior  to 
an  evening  match-up  be- 
tween the  Orioles  and  the 
Chicago  White  Sox.  Lynn 
Jackson,  Vice  President 
for  College  Advancement, 
shared  an  update  on  the 
College  before  the  group 
moved  out  to 
the  stands 
for  the  game, 
which  ended 
in  an 
exciting 
extra- 
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the  home 
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LYCOMING  COLLEGE  MAGAZINE  •  FALL  d" 


ALUMNI  NEWS 


Event  organizer  Michael  Holland  '89  (center)  looks  over 
photos  of  Lycoming  v  new  residence  hall  with  Denise  Georges 
93  and  Gregg  Sahhak  90. 


Lvnii  Jackson.  I  ice  Presuleni  for  College  .4Jvancemenl. 
ami  Lariy  Jackson  visit  with  Jim  70  and  Linda  '7~  Scon 
III  Ihe  Burnvard  and  Carriage  House. 


.  1  cnt  oiganizer  Shannon  (Holland)  Desiderioscioli  '9J 
(back.  2nd  from  right)  reunites  with  '90s  Beta  Phi  sisters  at 
the  2nd  Animal  New  Jersey  Alumni  Picnic. 


Gan  Spies  '72  reconnects  with  Dale  '73  and  Nancy  '73 
Hiilchinson  in  New  Jersey. 


Mmmmimkii^ 


President  James  and 
Emily  Doulhat  picnic 
with  Tom  '52  and  Nina 
Dempsey  and  Gaiy 
Spies  '72  at  Bowman 
Field  in  IVilliamsporl. 


Alum  Brother  and 
Sister  Organize  2nd 
Annual  New  Jersey 
Picnic 

Michael  Holland  "89 
and  Shannon  (Holland) 
Desiderioscioli  '92  again 
opened  their  Barnyard  and 
Carriage  House  restaurant 
patio  lo  o\  er  40  alumni 
and  guests  for  the  2nd 
Annual  New  Jersey  Picnic. 
The  sun  smiled  brightly 
on  the  afternoon's  picnic 
and  con\'ersation.  and 
attendees  heard  news  from 
the  College  from  Lynn 
Jackson.  Vice  President  for 
College  Advancement,  and 
Melanie  Taormina.  Director 
of  Alumni  Relations,  who 
brought  along  photos  of  the 
campus's  newest  additions. 

Six  Decades  of 
.\Iumni  Gather  for 
Annual  Outing  in 
Williamsport 

Alumni  from  the  '50s 
through  the  '00s  gathered 
at  Williamsport's  Historic 
Bowman  Field  to  enjoy  a 
picnic  on  the  deck  in  Cutters 
Cove  and  a  minor  league 
baseball  game.  President 
James  and  Emily  Douthat 
and  chaimian  of  Lycoming's 
board  of  trustees  Arthur 
Haberberger  '59  and  his 
wife  Joanne  v  isited  with 
alumni  o\  er  the  course  of 
the  e\  ening's  festivities. 
Attendees  received  free 
t-shirts  courtesy  of  the 
Crosscutters.  The  team, 
a  single-.A  atTiliate  of  the 
Philadelphia  Phillies,  also 
treated  guests  to  a  win  over 
the  V  isiting  Mahoning  Valley 
Scrappers. 


The  Cutlers  Cove  picnic  is  a  family  affair  for  Andrea  Milchcliicc  'ill  ilcjil  and  Aiuliva  II  ciiilui/ler  '95  . 


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ALUMNI  NEWS 


LYCOMING  COLLEGE  MAGAZINE  •  FALL  '07 


Alums  Take  the  King  Tut  Tour 

Sixty  alumni  and  guests  met  bright  and  early  on  Saturday, 
September  8,  for  a  tour  of  the  King  Tut  exhibit  at  the  Franklin 
Institute  in  Philadelphia.  Following  the  morning  tour,  the  group 
viewed  the  IMAX  "Mummies:  Secrets  of  the  Pharoahs."  About 
half  of  the  group  made  a  day  of  it  by  staying  in  Philly  for  a  lun- 
cheon at  Rembrandt's  with  President  James  and  Emily  Douthat. 
Area  trustees,  including  Chainnan  of  the  Board  Art  Haberberger, 
along  with  his  wife  Joanne,  and  members  of  the  Alumni  Asso- 
ciation Executive  Board,  were  also  in  attendance.  After  lunch. 
President  Douthat  shared  news  from  the  College,  giving  updates 
on  the  new  residence  hall,  campus  technology,  and  additions 
to  academic  programs.  Did  you  know  that  more  than  1,800 
Lycoming  alumni  live  within  50  miles  of  Philadelphia?  That's 
more  than  10%  of  all  living  Lycoming  alumni  of  record! 


Sixly  ahiimii  aiut  giiesis  met  bright  and  early  on  Saturday,  September  8,  2007, 
for  a  tour  of  the  King  Tut  exhibit  at  the  Franklin  Institute  in  Philadelphia. 


Karin  (Phimmer)  '93  and  Mike  Bono  (right)  catch  up  on  Lycoming  neus  with 
Art  Haberberger  Chairman  of  the  Board  of  Trustees,  and  Emily  Douthat. 


Clark  '77  and  Cuiutyn  Liuughan  with  Lynn  Jackson,  Vice  President  for  College 
Advancement. 


UMIMI  ASSOCIATIO 
lAIARDJUOMIIMATIOIMS 


Lycoming  College  graduates  have  succeeded  in  many  ways — personally,  professionally,  and  in  support  of  the  College.  To 
recognize  Lycoming  alumni  and  their  successes,  the  following  awards  are  presented  annually  at  Homecoming: 

.\nscla  R.  Kvte  Outstandins  .Alumnus  Award 

Given  to  a  senior  alumnus  who  has  demonstrated  a  lifetime  of  service  to  humanity  and  whose  life  exemplifies  those  qualities 
encouraged  and  fostered  at  Lycoming  College  and  its  predecessor  institutions. 

niitv.t-,nding  .Achievement  .Award 

Given  in  recognition  of  a  very  special  accomplishment  which  reflects  positively  on  Lycoming  College  and/or  its  predecessor 

institutions.  This  could  be  in  a  professional  field  or  another  area  of  accomplishment. 

ik"  \.  liower  ^c^^icc  .ward 
Given  to  an  alumnus  or  non-alumnus  for  outstanding  service  rendered  to  Lycoming  College. 

To  submit  a  nomination  for  any  of  the  above  awards,  please  use  the  online  form  at  http://www.lycomlng.edu/alumni/lcaa/ 

nominationform.htm  or  provide  the  following  via  regular  mail:  the  name  and  class  year  of  the  nominee;  the  award  for  which 

you  are  nominating  him/her;  specific  information  in  support  of  his/her  candidacy;  your  name,  class  year,  mailing  address, 

phone  number,  and  e-mail  address.  Send  your  nomination  to: 

Office  of  Alumni  Relations 

Lycoming  College 

700  College  Place,  Box  163 

Williamsport,  PA  17701 

The  Membership,  Nominations,  and  Awards  Committee  of  the  Alumni  Association  Executive  Board  will  select  the  aw^ard  win- 
ners from  the  nominations  received. 


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LYCOMING  COLLEGE  MAGAZINE  •  FALL  '07 


ALUMNI  NEWS 


f/VLUMNI 


SUNDAY,  NOVEMBER  4,  2007 


An  Afternoon  at  the  iNorth  (.  aroii'na  Zoo  •  Asheboro, 
12:30  p.m.  -  North  American  entrance  picnic  area 

Meet  up  with  your  Carolina  alumni  ■"neigiibors"  for  a  picnic  lunch  (bring  your  own,  or  purchase  inside  the  zoo) 
and  Lyco  giveaways,  then  enjoy  the  zoo  on  your  own  with  family  and  friends.  RSVP  to  alumnif(/  lycoming.edu 


Dessert  Reception  •  6:30  -  8:30  p.m.  'At  the  home  of  our  hosts  David  E.  Kauffman  '65  and  Jeannie  Van  Epps 

11 374  N.  78th  Street.  Scottsdalc.  AZ 
Register  by  January  22  by  phone  ore-mail:  570-321-4376  or  fox^ijycoming.edu 


SATURDAY,  FEBRUARY  16,  2008 


3rd  Annual  Black  Alumni  Dinner 

All  alumni  are  invited  to  attend  this  annual  on-campus  gathering  sponsored  by  Lycoming's  Black  History  Month  Committee. 


FRIDAY,  MARCH  28,  2008 


Special  Effects  Studio  Tour  with  Tom  Woodruff '80 

Amalgamated  Dynamics  Inc..  Chatsvvorth.  CA 
A  mid-day  tour  is  planned,  with  box  lunch  at  the  studio  or  lunch  at  a  nearby  restaurant  to  follow. 


For  all  events,  visit 
www.lycoming.edu/alumni 


or  call  570-321-4376 
for  further  information. 


LYCOMINGCOLLEGE 


Your  participation  in  the 
Lycoming  Annual  Fund — 
with  as  little  as  $10— 
can  make  a  huge  difference 
in  Lycoming's  future.    "^ 

The  percentage  of  alumni  who  make  a  gift  ..^ 
to  the  Annual  Fund  is  one  of  the  factors 
used  by  foundations  when  awarding 

ant  money.  In  addition,  this  percentage 
is  also  utilized  by  U.S.  News  &  World 
Report  when  determining 
its  annual  college  rankings. 


SAVE  THE  STAM P! . G I V 
http://www.lycom1n^  .^du/detTCn 


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CLASS      NOTES 


46 


No      Class  notes  are 
compiled  from  infomiation 
submitted  by  alumni  class 
scribes,  newspaper  clippings 
received  through  our  press 
releases,  and  letters  sent 
directly  to  the  alumni  office. 
InfoiTnation  received  after 
September  6,  2007,  will  be 
in  a  future  issue  of  the 
Lycoming  College  Magazine. 
Send  news  to: 

a)  Class  scribe 

b)  Alumni  Office 
Lycoming  College 
700  College  Place 
Williamsport.  PA  17701 

c)  E-mail: 
alumni@lycoming.edu 

Please  be  advised  that 
as  a  result  of  our  online 
posting  and  archiving  of 
the  Magazine,  information 
submitted  to  Class  Notes  may 
become  publicly  available 
and  searchable  through 
Internet  search  engines. 

Lycoming  College 


Class  Scribes: 

Ralph  Marion 

Mt.  Vernon  Tov,'ers.  Unit 

B611 

300  Johnson  Feriy  Road 

Sandy  Springs.  GA  30328 

rmarionjr@bellsouth.  net 

or 

Dick  Dingle 

27  Bennett  St. 

Williamsport,  PA  17701 

(570)  322-5526  (h) 


The  Rev.  Ken- 
neth R.  Bonham 

(sociology)  and  his 
wife  Esther  Louise 
celebrated  their  61" 
anniversary  and  Rev. 
Bonham 's  91"  birth- 
day on  February  7. 


Class  Scribe: 

Rev.  James  Horace  Gold 
8238  Old  Turnpike  Road 
Mifflinburg.  PA  17844-6620 
(570)  966-0330 
jegold(d),uplink.  net 

The  Rev.  James  H.  Gold 

(psychology)  and  his  wife 
Margaret  celebrated  their  50"' 
wedding  anniversary  at  an 
open  house  held  at  First  Lu- 
theran Church  in  Mifflinburg, 
Pa.,  hosted  by  their  children. 
A  trip  to  New  England  was 
enjoyed  by  the  couple  and 
another  trip  is  planned  in  the 
future. 


Class  Scribe: 

Arthur  Kelts 

22  Stonehill  Rd 

North  Chelmsford.  MA 

01863 

(978)  251-3215 

arkjazz(a)verizon.  net 


Robert  V.  Haas  (account- 
ing) and  his  wife  Theresa 
observed  their  45"'  anni- 
versary at  a  family  picnic. 
They  are  the  parents  of  four 
daughters  and  three  sons,  and 
13  grandchildren. 


Paul  Motta  (business 
administration)  was  inducted 
into  the  Delaware  County 
Chapter  Pennsylvania  Sports 
Hall  of  Fame  for 
coaching.  He  taught 
at  Upper  Darby 
High  School  for  25 
years.  In  1971,  Paul 
launched  the  baseball 
program  at  Delaware 
County  Community 
College  where  his 
teams  have  won  eight 


conference  and  seven  tourna- 
ment titles. 


Richard  W.  DeWald 

(business)  and  his  wife 
Nancy  observed  their  50"' 
anniversary  June  29  at  a 
family  celebration  held  in 
Gorden  City,  S.C.  They  are 
the  parents  of  three  daughters 
and  two  sons,  and  1 2  grand- 
children. 


Class  Scribe: 

Geoffrey  R.  Wood 
6102  Pelican  Drive 
New  Bern,  NC  28560-9769 
(252)  636-0508 
gwood8@cox.  net 

Rev.  William  D.  Hart- 
man  (history)  has  been  in- 
stalled as  the  Right  Eminent 
Grand  Commander  of  the 
Knights  Templar  of  Penn- 
sylvania. Now  retired  from 
active  ministry  in  the  Meth- 
odist Church.  Bill  has  served 
several  churches  in  central 
Pennsylvania.  In  addition 
to  his  activity  in  York  Rite 
Freemasonry,  Bill  has  also 
been  active  in  Scottish  Rite 
Freemasonry,  being  coro- 
neted  in  33"^  Degree  Mason. 
He  and  his  wife,  Nancy,  have 


raised  four  children  and  cur- 
rently reside  in  the  Philadel- 
phia area. 

Martha  Hickerson  Kirk 
(English)  reports  a  mini-re- 
union of  Lycoming  alumni  in 
New  Hope,  Pa.,  in  late  April. 
The  occasion  was  the  wed- 
ding of  the  younger  daughter 
of  Patricia  Campbell  Curtis 
'61  and  C.  Robert  Curtis 
'59  (Lambda  Chi  Alpha). 


Class  Scribe: 

Evelyn  McConnell  Derrick 
509  Sherman  St.  Ext. 
Muncy  PA  17756 
ederrick(a),windstream.  net 


Class  Scribe: 

Bill  Lawry 

6  Tolland  Circle 

Simsbuiy,  CT  06070 

(860)658-7217 

wlawry(a),aol.  com 


Class  Scribe: 

Nancy  Snow  Cross 
2206  .Apple  Road 
Fogelsville,  PA  18051-1905 
(570)  422-0188  Office 

(610)  285-2757  Home 
crosswinds(a}earthlink.net 


(seated  l-r)  Pa!  Campbell  Curtis  '61.  Susan  Shaw  Koneff  '6i,  Martha  Hickerson 
Kirk  '62.  and  Liane  Goetz  Connors  '62.  Standing  l-r  Bob  Curtis  '59.  Donald 
Koneff  '61,  and  Peter  Connors  '61  (Theta  Chi). 


LYCOMING  COLLEGE  MAGAZINE  •  FALL  '07 


CLASS  NOTES 


Dr.  David  O.  Robbins  '65  Appointed 
Interim  Ohio  Wesleyan  President 

Dr.  David  O.  Robbins  '65  was  appointed  Interim 
President  of  Ohio  Wesleyan  University.  Robbins.  a  34- 
year  Ohio  Wesleyan  employee,  assumed  his  new  role  on 
July  1.  following  the  departure  of  current  President  Mark 
W.  Huddleston. 

Robbins  is  a  1965  graduate  of  Lycoming  College, 
where  he  earned  bachelor  of  arts  degrees  in  biology  and 
psychology.  He  received  both  his  master's  degree  and  his 
doctorate  in  physiological  psychology  from  the  Univer- 
sity of  Delaware. 

Robbins  joined  the  Ohio  Wesleyan  faculty  in  1973. 
He  has  served  as  provost  since  August  2005,  leading 
the  faculty  and  working  as  an  officer  for  the  university. 
Robbins  also  has  ser\  ed  as  a  professor  and  chair  in  the 
Department  of  Psychology,  as  director  of  the  Neurosci- 
ence  Program,  and  as  director  of  the  Summer  Science 
Research  Program. 

Prior  to  joining  Ohio  Wesleyan,  Robbins  was  a  prin- 
cipal investigator  in  the  Department  of  Physiology  and 
then  director  of  research  at  the  Eye  Research  Foundation 
of  Bethesda,  Md.,  a  former  affiliate  of  the  Department 
of  Ophthalmology  at  the  University  of  Maryland  School 
of  Medicine.  He  also  taught  part  time  on  the  Maryland 
campus  of  the  National  Institutes  of  Health. 


Richard 
remembers 
Fred  as  the  first 
upperclassman 
to  talk  with  him 
when  he  arrived 
on  campus.  He 
was  sport- 
ing his  soccer 
jacket  from 
Englewood 
High  School, 
and  Fred  tried 
to  recruit  him 
for  the  Lycoming  soccer 
team.  Rich  jokes  that  Fred's 
recruitment  efforts  failed  but 
is  quick  to  note  that  Fred  still 
went  on  to  be  inducted  in  the 
Lycoming  College  Athletic 
Hall  of  Fame.   Fred's  e-mail 
address  is  fred@speedyprint- 
inglx.com. 

Richard  retired  from  the 
Du  Pont  Company  in  1945 
and  now  resides  in  Southport. 


Richard  Erickson  and  Fred  Feigley 
discovered  each  other  in  Islanhul. 
Turkey. 

Richard  Erickson  (math- 
ematics) Theta  Chi  and  Fred 
Feigley  (economics)  KDR 
'64  discovered  each  other  in 
Istanbul,  Turkey.  They  were 
both  on  the  same  cruise  with 
their  wives  and  happened  to 
take  the  same  tour  bus  and 
sat  directly  across  the  aisle 

from  each  other SMALL 

WORLD. 


Lucy  (DershamI  '65  and  Jeffrey  Fester  and  Lois  (Loncoske)  '66  and  P.  David 
"Duke  "  Shoemaker  '66 


N.C.  He  and  wife  Sally  wel- 
comed their  first  grandchild. 
Bodie  Caims  Critchfield,  into 
the  family  in  February  this 
year.  Richard  would  love  to 
hear  from  fellow  alums  at 
ericksrciifcf  aol.com. 

Lucy  (Dersham)  Fesler 
(sociology),  her  husband  .lef- 
frey,  and  P.  David  "Duke" 
(accounting)  and  Lois 
(Loncoske)  Shoemaker 
'66  (sociology)  traveled  to 
Portland,  Oregon,  for  the 
100"'  anniversary  of  the 
Rose  Festival  in  June.  Their 
week  together  included  visits 
to  beautiful  rose  gardens, 
parades,  tours  of  U.S.  Navy 
ships,  and  dining  at  many 
of  Portland's  renowned 
restaurants.   Both  families 
also  enjoyed  visits  with  their 
respective  sons.  Jay  Fesler 
in  Portland  and  Stephen 
Shoemaker  in  Hugenc.  As 
knowledgeable  tour  guides, 
their  sons  helped  them 
experience  the  great  public 
transportation,  lively  streets, 
and  congenial  residents  that 
Portland  ol'fcrs. 

Lucy  would  like  fellow 
classmates  to  know  that  Sue 


Brown,  widow  of  Walley 
Brown  '65,  who  died  after 
a  \  aliant  battle  with  skin 
cancer,  may  be  reached  at 
3404  Cook  Road,  Medina, 
Ohio  44256. 

Bill  Landau  (biology) 
recently  began  a  new  posi- 
tion as  Science  Chair  at  the 
Rae  Kushner  Yeshiva  High 
School  in  Livingston.  N.J. 
He  officiallv  began  his  du- 
ties, w  hich  include  teaching 
biology  and  physics  classes 
and  superv  ising  the  statT.  on 
September  1.  Bill  loves  the 
vitality  and  energy  that  are 
sparked  by  making  change 
and  is  looking  forward  to  the 
challenges  ahead.  Now  that 
he  is  in  the  Livingston  area, 
he  enjoys  being  close  to  his 
daughters  and  three  grand- 
children -  soon  to  be  four! 
Bill  continues  his  love  of  art 
—  painting,  printing,  cutting, 
hammering,  gluing,  and  what 
he  calls,  in  general,  "making 
a  mess"  —  and  he  exhibits  his 
work  whenever  he  can. 


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CLASS  NOTES 


LYCOMING  COLLEGE  MAGAZINE  •  FALL  '07 


Elected 
iiion  Cause 

Robert  William  (Bob)  Edgar,  the  general  secretary  of  The  National  Council  of  the 
Churches  of  Christ  in  the  USA  (NCC),  and  a  fomier  congressman  who  represented  eastern 
Pennsylvania  from  1975  to  1987,  was  elected  president  and  chief  executive  officer  of 
Common  Cause  by  the  organization's  National  Governing  Board.  Edgar  succeeds  Chellie 
Pingree,  who  stepped  down  in  February. 

Edgar  is  a  1965  graduate  of  Lycoming  College  with  a  bachelor  of  arts  degree  in  history. 
He  holds  a  master  of  divinity  degree  from  the  Theological  School  of  Drew  University  in 
Madison,  N.J.  He  also  holds  four  honorary  doctoral  degrees. 

As  president  and  chief  executive  officer,  Edgar  will  oversee  all  program  activities, 
finances  and  communications  for  Common  Cause,  a  non-partisan  citizen  lobby  with  more 
than  300,000  members  and  supporters.  Common  Cause  has  a  35-year  history  of  helping 
citizens  to  effectively  engage  in  the  political  process  through  reform  advocacy  on  issues 
such  as  campaign  finance  reform,  government  ethics,  election  reform  and  media  reform. 

Edgar,  63,  comes  to  Common  Cause  with  a  rich  and  long  history  of  public  service 
and  leadership.  In  2000,  he  took  office  as  general  secretary  for  the  National  Council  of 
Churches  USA,  a  50-year-old  organization  representing  35  member  communions  and  their 
45  million  members  who  work  to  promote  unity  and  justice. 

Under  Edgar's  leadership,  the  Council  focused  on  major  initiatives  that  included  over- 
coming poverty,  protecting  the  environment,  fostering  interfaith  understanding  and  work- 
ing for  peace  worldwide.  He  came  to  the  Council  from  the  Claremont  School  of  Theology 
in  Claremont,  Calif,  where  he  was  president  from  1990-2000. 

Edgar  was  elected  to  the  US  House  in  1974,  the  first  Democrat  since  the  Civil  War 
to  represent  the  heavily  Republican  7th  Congressional  District  of  Pennsylvania,  an  area 
outside  of  Philadelphia.  Part  of  the  Watergate  class  in  Congress  that  helped  pass  sweep- 
ing ethics  and  campaign  finance  reforms,  he  led  efforts  to  improve  public  transportation, 
fought  wasteful  water  projects  and  authored  the  community  Right  to  Know  provision  of 
Super  Fund  legislation.  He  also  served  on  the  House  Select  Committee  on  Assassinations 
that  investigated  the  deaths  of  Dr.  Martin  Luther  King.  Jr.,  and  President  John  F.  Kennedy. 

Edgar  ran  for  the  US  Senate  in  1986,  losing  to  Republican  Sen.  Arlen  Specter.  He  grew 
fi-ustrated  in  that  race  with  the  undue  influence  of  money  in  politics  and  became  an  active 
supporter  of  clean  elections  and  campaign  finance  refonn,  issues  that  have  been  Common 
Cause's  hallmark. 

Edgar  has  served  on  Common  Cause's  National  Governing  Board  since  2005.  He  also 
serves  on  the  boards  of  Independent  Sector,  another  organization  founded  by  Common 
Cause  founder  Gardner,  the  National  Religious  Partnership  for  the  Environment  and  the 
Environmental  and  Energy  Study  Institute,  an  independent  non-profit  organization  Con- 
gress uses  as  a  resource  for  environmental  and  energy  issues. 

He  has  received  awards  for  his  work  from  a  number  of  national  organizations,  including 
the  American  Legion,  Vietnam  Veterans  of  America  and  the  National  Taxpayers  Union. 


John  Biggar  (political 
science)  was  named  to  the 
Board  of  Trustees  of  Ameri- 
can Financial  Realty  Trust, 
a  real  estate  investment  trust 
focused  on  acquiring  and 
leasing  properties  occupied 
by  financial  institutions.  He 
also  serves  as  a  member  of 


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the  Board  of  Trustees  of 
Lycoming  College. 

Gil  Langley  (art)  satis- 
fied a  lifetime  dream  by 
completing  a  bicycle  trip 
across  the  United  States  this 
past  spring — Los  Angeles  to 
Boston,  3415  miles,  over  49 
days  with  the  CrossRoads 
Cycling  Tour.  He  saw  lots  of 
trains,  lots  of  cows,  and  lots 
of  nice  people.  One  of  the 


high  points  was  a  spectacular 
1 10-mile  stretch  of  country 
between  Las  Vegas,  N.M., 
and  Tucumcari  where  there 
were  no  services  for  75 
miles.  But  this  desolate  little 
road  had  the  Canadian  Es- 
carpment and  dropping  off  it 
was  breathtaking.  Gil  reports 
that  "real  life"  following 
the  tour  leaves  much  to  be 
desired — like  you  can't  go 
into  every  Dairy  Queen  you 


see.  Pictures  and  a  daily  log 
can  be  found  at:  gilsbigtrip. 
blogspot.com 


Class  Scribe: 

Maria  (Testa)  Missigman 

1414  Shiffler  Avenue 

Williaimport.  PA   17701 

570-322-1942 

testa  196  7(q\verizon.  net 


At  the  Pennsylvania 
Canoe  and  Kayak  State 
Championship  held  August 
5.  2007.  in  Warren,  Pa., 
Doug  Keiper  (history)  won 
the  Downriver  Kayak  with 
a  time  of  2:06.  The  event, 
held  on  the  Allegheny  River, 
started  at  the  Kinzua  Dam 
and  went  through  downtown 
Warren.  This  was  his  sixth 
State  Championship. 

At  the  National  Champion- 
ships, also  held  in  Warren, 
Pa.,  on  August  12-17,2007, 
Doug  placed  ninth  in  the 
Downriver  Kayak  and  fourth 
in  the  ICF  Olympic  event. 
He  adds,  "It  is  truly  getting 
tougher  every  year  to  com- 
pete against  the  young  kids." 


Class  Scribe: 

Susan  Stewart 

30  Cedarcliff  Circle 

Asheville.  NC  28803-9541 

susancstewart(alhotmail.com 

Peter  Faranda-Diedrich 

(accounting). currently  a  prin- 
cipal with  the  public  account- 
ing firm  of  Trout,  Ebersole  & 
Groff,  LLP  in  Lancaster.  Pa., 
recently  completed  his  35"' 
year  as  a  CPA  specializing  in 
tax  and  consulting  services  to 
the  real  estate  industry  and  to 
other  family-owned  busi- 
nesses in  Pennsylvania  and 
1 1  other  states.   Peter  just 
completed  his  tenth  year  as 


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ll  lo  n:  Betsy  tl^rovosll  Ihiskin.  Luna  (h 
Susan  Sk'narl. 

member  of  the  adjunct  facul- 
ties of  Penn  State  University 
and  Eiizabethtown  College. 
Betsy  (Provost)  Baskin 
(biology).  Lana  (Falejev) 
Lindstrom  (Soviet  area  stud- 
ies). Janet  Buzby  (sociol- 
ogy), and  Susan  Stewart 
(psychology)  met  in  Ocean 
City.  N.J..  in  June  for  a  re- 
union. They  had  a  wonderful 
time  reminiscing  and  catch- 
ing up  on  each  other's  lives. 


Class  Scribe: 

Jon  (Craig)  Koons 

3 1 3  PecHey  Drive 

Clarks  Summit.  PA  1H411 

(570)  587-3928 

koons  7 1  _scribe(ajxahoo.  com 

Stella  Faranda-Diedrich 

(English)  a  real  estate  profes- 
sional for  30  years,  currently 
serves  as  Core  Services 
Administrator  of  Coldvvell 
Banker  Homesale  Services 
Group,  one  of  the  country's 
40  largest  real  estate  bro- 
kerage, title  and  mortgage 
providers. 

Son  Anthony  is  a  graduate 
of  the  Villanova  School  of 
Law  and  an  associate  in  the 
Real  Estate  Department  of 
Wolf  Block  Schorr  and  Solis- 
Cohen  in  Philadelphia.  He 
and  his  wife.  Tanya  Christof- 
fel.  are  expecting  their  first 
child  (the  first  grandchild)  in 
September. 

Son  Matthew  is  a  graduate 
of  the  Beasley  School  of  Law 
of  Temple  University  and 


ilc}cvi  i-iihlsinini.  .kind  Hnzln.  a>hl 

an  associate  in  the  Litiga- 
tion Department  of  Dilworth 
Paxson  in  Philadelphia. 


Class  Scribe: 

Lincki  (Burton)  Kocbanov 
34  Jefferson  Avenue 
Danbuiy.  CT  06810 
(203)  744-0393 
Kucbi3ixvaol.com 

Vistula  Chapman-Smith 

(German)  was  named  by 
Governor  Rendell  to  the 
Pennsylvania  Abraham  Lin- 
coln Bicentennial  Commis- 
sion (ALBC)  which  will  plan 
and  organize  celebrations  to 
mark  the  200"''  anniversary 
of  the  birth  and  accomplish- 
ments of  President  Lincoln. 
She  is  currently  the  Regional 
Administrator  of  the  Na- 
tional Archives  and  Records 
Administration. 


Class  Scribes: 

Virginia  (Ginny)  Sbamlian 

P.O.  Box  367 

Dingmas  Feny  PA  18328 

(908)  295-4553  (c) 

virginiasbai)ilian(^ 

yaboo.com 

or 

Sberrie  Burton  Smith 

103  S.  Cherry  Grove  Ave 

Annapolis  MD  21401-3629 

(410)  280-9086 

sanclrsmitbiwverizon.  net 


Pam  McAllister 

(interdisciplinary) 
w  rites  that  she  has 
Ibnd  memories  of 
her  days  at  Lycom- 
ing. Since  then 
she  has  lived  in 
New  York  City  and 
worked  as  a  free- 
lance writer  and  a 
church  musician.  Pam  is  the 
author  often  published  books 
and  currently  writes  a  regular 
column  for  Tbe  Progressive 
Christian  magazine.  She 
serves  as  organist  and  choir 
director  for  two  churches  in 
Brooklyn. 

Pam  has  enjoyed  a  mod- 
est career  in  public  speak- 
ing, which  has  taken  her 
to  a  number  of  colleges 
and  universities  (including 
Brown  and  Princeton)  as  well 
as  on  a  tour  of  Switzerland 
and  Germany  as  the  guest 
of  environmental  and  peace 
activists.  In  1988,  she  dedi- 
cated her  book  You  Can  't  Kill 
the  Spirit:  Stories  of  Women 
anil  Nonviolent  Action  to  Dr. 
Anna  Weitz,  former  Dean  of 
Students  at  Lycoming. 

Pam's  next  book  will  be 
out  this  fall:  Tbe  Bedside. 
Bathtub  &  Armchair  Com- 
panion to  MARK  TWAIN 
(Continuum  Publishers). 


I'ani  Mc.lllislci-  '7J 


Patricia  J.  \  alentine 

( sociology,  anthropology ) 
has  retired  as  Director  of  Hu- 
man Resources  for  the  Bucks 
County  Schools  Intermediate 
Unit  #22,  Doylestown.  Pa., 
where  she  spent  the  last  13 
years  of  her  career.  Prior  to 
relocating  to  Doylestown, 
she  served  as  both  Assistant 
Director  and  Director  of  HR 
at  the  Williamsport  Area 
School  District.  She  spent 
the  first  14  years  of  her  ca- 
reer with  BLaST  Intemiedi- 
ate  Unit  #17  in  Williamsport. 

Pat  received  her  Master's 
Degree  in  Public  Admin- 
istration from  Marv'wood 
University,  Scranton,  Pa., 
and  completed  the  Leader- 
ship Certification  Program 
at  Penn  State  University.   In 
2004.  she  was  elected  to  a 
three-year  tenn  on  the  Board 
of  Directors  for  the  Ameri- 
can Association  of  School 
Personnel  Administrators.   In 
2006.  she  received  the  "Wil- 
liam H.  Dowler  Award"  as 
Pennsylvania  school  person- 
nel administrator  of  the  year. 

Pat  has  traveled  to  many 
of  the  50  United  States  and 
looks  forward  to  internation- 
al travel  as  a  retiree.  She  has 
two  grown  children  and  four 
grandchildren  and  currently 
resides  in  Chalfont.  Bucks 
County.  Pa. 


Class  Scribe: 

Sheny  L.  MacPherson 
P.O.  Box  167 
Shiloh.  NJ  08353 
(856)  451-4976 
SL  Maep(aaol.  com 


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Class  Scribe: 

Gail  Gleason  Beamer 
82  Littlefield  Lane 
Marlborough.  MA  01 752 
(508)  460-0682 
Beamette@aol.  com 

James  L.  Helsel,  Jr., 

(business  administration)  lias 
been  named  to  the  Real  Es- 
tate Roundtable — a  Washing- 
ton. D.C.,  based  organization 
that  brings  together  leaders 
of  the  nation's  top  real  estate 
ownership,  development, 
lending,  and  management 
firms  with  the  leaders  of 
major  national  real  estate 
trade  associations  to  jointly 
address  key  national  policy 
issues  relating  to  real  estate 
and  the  overall  economy. 
James  has  also  been  elected 
2008  Treasurer  of  the  Nation- 
al Association  of  Realtors'R' 
— the  world's  largest  trade 
association  with  member- 
ship in  excess  of  1.3  million 
members. 


Class  Scribe: 

Tom  Eisenman 
1615  Whitehall  Drive 
Lima.  OH  45805 
(419)  516-4499 
eisenmant@,earthlink.  net 


Class  Scribe: 

Brian  Leonard 

5901  E.  Prince  George  Drive 

Springfield.  VA  22152 
(703)  569-0146 
brian@ral.ph 

Douglas  C.  Hall  (busi- 
ness administration)  was 
promoted  to  senior  vice 
president,  district  manager 
for  Northwest  Savings  Bank. 
He  will  supervise  1 1  north- 


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west  offices  in  Lancaster  and 
York  counties.  He  resides  in 
Lititz,  Pa. 


Class  Scribes: 

Edward  and  Jane  (Snyder) 

Bird 

8  Fernstead  Lane 

Berlin.  CT  06037 

fish  1 1 56(a)sbcglohal.  net 

Geoffrey  R.  Forester 

(biology)  has  joined  Shingle 
and  Gibb  Company  and  will 
serve  as  District  Manager 
with  responsibility  for  the 
northeast  and  north  central 
Pennsylvania  territory.  Geoff 
resides  in  Muncy,  Pa. 

Leigh  (Thompson)  Howe 
(business  administration)  and 
partner  William  N,  Apollony, 
two  of  the  Mid-Atlantic's 
foremost  healthcare  banking 
executives,  have  joined  Wex- 
ford Equities,  LLC,  to  launch 
a  new  company,  Windsor 
Healthcare  Equities,  LLC. 
Windsor  Healthcare  will 
focus  on  investments  and 
equity  positions  in  long  term 
care  and  acute  care  facility 
development. 


Class  Scribe: 

John  Piazza 
4 1 6  Pine  Street 
Williamsport.  PA  17701 
(570)  321-1818 
jpiazza3@verizon.  net 

Dr.  Joanne  Hullings 

(Spanish)  was  recently  ap- 
pointed assistant  professor  at 
Temple  University.  Dr.  Hull- 
ings is  an  emergency  room 
physician  in  the  Temple 
University  Health  System. 
She  resides  in  Yardley,  Pa., 
and  recently  traveled  to  New 
Mexico,  Hawaii,  and  Iceland. 


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Several  of  ihe  founding  sisters  of  Beta  Phi  Gamma  Sorority  got  together  to  remi- 
nisce in  New  Hope.  Pa.  Front  row  (l-r):  Debbie  (Mehl)  Pall  78.  Joanne  Hull- 
ings 79.  Liiann  (Belmke)  Tampe  78.  Debra  (Maisano)  Dimne  78.  Back  row 
(l-r):  Belle  (Wizorek)  Karpin  78.  Ann  (Weitiel)  Fuhrman  79.  Karen  (Rohrs) 
Glennon  78.  Kim  (McCarthy)  Rzomp  78.   The  sisters  were  "Making  friends  for 
the  world  to  seel " 


Class  Scribe: 

Roy  Crowe 
305  North  Rd 
GardenCity.  NY  11530 
roycrowe@optonline.net 

Mary  Margaret  (Maffai) 
Falcone  (history,  elemental^ 
education)  is  currently  teach- 
ing first  grade  in  Columbus, 
Ohio,  where  she  has  been 
for  the  past  10  years.  Son 
Brad  is  a  junior  at  Ohio  State 
majoring  in  broadcast/jour- 
nalism. Daughter  Alyssa  is 
1 7  and  plays  shortstop  on  the 
varsity  softball  team.  Mary 
Margaret  was  in  William- 
sport  in  July  to  visit  room- 
mate Kathy  (Moriarty) 
Cowher  '80  (sociology) 
and  had  a  blast.  She  says, 
"I  got  to  visit  Lyco  and  was 
amazed  by  the  growth.  It  was 
wonderful  to  visit  the  dorms 
and  walk  around  campus. 
Of  course  the  visit  wasn't 
complete  without  a  trip  to 
Joey's!!  If  you  haven't  been 
back  for  a  while,  you  really 
should."  Mary  Margaret 
resides  in  Westerville,  Ohio. 

Arthur  W.  Hathaway 
(accounting)  sold  his  chain 
of  pizza  shops  in  southern 
and  central  New  Hampshire 


and  moved  backed  to  his 
hometown  of  Boothbay 
Harbor,  Maine,  after  a  battle 
with  cancer  in  late  2006  and 
early  2007.   In  May  of  2007 
he  opened  a  new  business 
called  "Coastal  Candies"  in 
Boothbay  Harbor  that  will 
operate  in  the  summer  and 
fall  months.  If  you  are  va- 
cationing nearby,  stop  in  and 
say  hello. 


Ron  Frick  (business 
administration)  received  a 
Lycoming  County  Education 
Award  at  the  6"'  Annual  Edu- 
cation Celebration  Dinner  on 
March  8,  2007.  He  was  pre- 
sented a  2007  Alumni  of  the 
Year  Award  which  recognizes 
"individuals  who  attended 
college  in  Lycoming  County 
and  remained  in  the  area  to 
become  successful." 


Class  Scribe: 

Lynn  Cntickshank 
126  Roselawn  Avenue 
Fairport.  NY  14450 
(585)  388-8998 
lynnacip@yahoo.cotn 


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CLASS  NOTES 


John  G.  Nugent  (com- 
munications), a  vice  chair- 
man in  CB  Richard  Ellis' 
Midlown  Manhattan  office, 
was  honored  with  the  Wil- 
liam H.  McCarthy  Award,  the 
highest  award  a  CBRE  sales 
professional  can  receive. 
John  is  a  member  of  CBRE's 
New  York  Tri-State  Region's 
Senior  Advisory  Board,  and 
serves  as  the  broker  repre- 
sentative on  the  company's 
Board  of  Directors  and 
chairman  of  CBRE's  Ameri- 
cas President's  Advisory 
Council. 


Class  Scribe: 

TIk'o  (Giulc)  Tnich 
(770)  238-6820 
theolnich(a  hotmail.  com 

Molly  Sue  Wentz  Bo- 
vard  (communications)  was 
recognized  by  the  National 
Ski  Patrol  for  outstand- 
ing volunteer  service  as  a 
National  Ski  Patrol  member 
of  the  Denton  Hill  Ski  Patrol 
in  Denton,  Pa.  She  joined 
the  DHSPin  1989  and  has 
completed  her  18*  year  of 
\ olunteer  service  to  the  orga- 
nization. 

Paul  Fox  (international 
studies)  has  accepted  the 
position  of  Risk  Manager  at 
Texas  Christian  University 
in  Fort  Worth,  Texas.  He 
is  responsible  for  all  insur- 
ance related  matters  at  the 
University,  which  can  range 
from  work-related  injuries  to 
interfacing  with  the  Secret 
Service.  Prior  to  this  posi- 
tion he  was  the  Risk  Man- 
ager for  the  Trammell  Crow 
family  in  Dallas,  Texas,  for 
eight  years.  He  is  married  to 
Joanne  (Waskiewicz)  '88 
Fox  and  resides  in  Mans- 
field. Texas,  with  their  three 
children  David,  14,  Jared  10 
'A.  and  Elizabeth,  six. 


Mark  GaNung  (business 
administration)  has  been 
promoted  to  executive  vice 
president  and  chief  sales 
officer  for  NexTier  Bank. 
He  has  22  years'  banking 
experience.  Mark  lives  in 
Bradford  Woods,  Allegheny 
County,  Pa. 


Class  Scribe: 

Patricia  M.  (Dempsey) 

Hiilchinson 

791  Caley  Road 

King  of  Prussia.  PA  19406 

(610)  768-0404 

mphiitch(cvmsn.  com 


Class  Scribe: 

Timi  Miiheim 

604  Washington  Square.  Apt 

1410 

Philadelphia.  PA  19106 

(215)  574-0160  (h) 

(215)  928-8436  (w) 

tmuheim(ti'colpenn.com 

Timothy 
(Tim)  Myers 

(accounting)  was 
named  Chief 
Financial  Officer 
for  The  Ken- 
dal Corporation. 
Previously  Tim 
was  employed 
by  New  Life 
Management  and 
Development.  Inc.,  based  in 
Mt.  Laurel,  N.J..  where  he 
has  served  as  Principal.  CFO, 
and  Director  of  Management 
Services  for  the  past  nine 
years.  The  Kendal  Corpora- 
tion, a  not  for  profit  organiza- 
tion, with  offices  in  Kennett 
Square.  Pa.,  has  been  provid- 
ing housing  and  ser\  ices 
for  older  adults  since  the 
early  1970's.  Kendal  now 
serves  over  3()()()  residents 
and  employs  1 800  people  in 
14  community  and  program 


Tim  Myers    A' 


sites  in  Pa..  N.H.,  Ohio.  N.Y., 
Va..  and  Mass.  Tim's  wife 
Wendy  (Park)  "89  is  a  mem- 
ber of  the  Alumni  Associa- 
tion Executive  Board. 


Class  Scribe: 

Cindy  Smith  Snyderman 
3  Edwin  .Miller  Drive 
Glen  Mills.  PA  19342 
(610)  558-0998  (h) 
stealthcu(ctaol.coni 

Eric  H.  Reid  (business 
administration)  is  President 
of  J.H.  Reid  General  Con- 
tractor, a  heavy  highway 
contractor  located  in  South 
Plainfield.  N.J.  J.H.  Reid 
General  Contractors  primary 
jobs  include  the  building  and 
rehabilitation  of  various  in- 
terstate highways  and  bridges 
throughout  the  Tri-State 
area.  Furthemiore,  J.H.  Reid 
General  Contractor  has  just 
been  awarded  the  moving  of 
the  historical  Freedom  Stairs 
at  the  World  Trade 
Center,  in  N.Y.C., 
the  only  remnant 
intact  and  above 
ground  on  the  site 
of  the  original 
World  Trade  Cen- 
ter complex  after 
the  9/ 1 1  attacks. 
Eric  H.  Reid  is 
an  active  member 
and  advocate  of 
the  Utility  Transportation  & 
Contractors  Assoc,  amongst 
other  organizations  that  he  is 
committed  to.  Eric  resides 
in  Middletown.  N.J..  with  his 
wife  of  fourteen  years.  Lori. 
along  with  their  three  beauti- 
ful children.  Jenna.  Katelyn 
and  Tre\  or.  Eric  and  Lori  are 
also  anxiously  awaiting  their 
fourth  child,  due  December 
of  this  vear 


Class  Scribe: 

Wendy  Park  Myers 
10  Yorktown  Drive 
Shamong.  XJ  08088 
(609)  268-5458  (h) 
tim\vendym@comcast.  net 

W.  Jeffrey  McClure, 

Jr.  (criminal  justice)  and 
his  wife,  Bonnie,  have  their 
own  construction  company, 
KeithAustin  Homes.  Inc. 
(www.keithaustinhomes. 
com)  They  specialize  in 
building  custom  homes 
in  any  size  and  design  in 
central  Florida  and  ha\  e  the 
knowledge  to  build  in  the 
new  "green"  codes.  They  are 
otTering  cost  plus  building 
for  all  Lycoming  alumni. 
JetTand  Bonnie  live  in  Mel- 
bourne. Fla.,  with  their  two 
bovs,  Keith  and  AJ. 


Class  Scribe: 

Courtenay  Wells  .Arendt 
633  Oak  Farm  Court 
Luthen-ille.  MD  21093 
(410)  561-0909 
cma86(§J,msn.com 

Keith  O.  Barrows 

(music,  political  science) 
recently  ga\  e  a  presenta- 
tion on  international  corpo- 
rate fiindraising  at  the  25"^ 
International  Conference  of 
the  International  Council  for 
lnno\  ation  in  Higher  Educa- 
tion, held  in  Beijing.  China. 
The  presentation  was  jointly 
prepared  with  Ms.  Zhang 
Yun.  Vice-President  for 
Finance  and  .Administration 
from  Beijing  Technology  and 
Business  Uni\ersitv.  Keith  is 
currently  serv  ing  as  Direc- 
tor of  Development  for  Lock 
Haven  Uni\ersit\. 

Darcy  (Johnson)  Straka 
(economics)  has  accepted  a 
position  with  Jack  and  Jill 
Preschool  and  Kindergarten 


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Couihihiv  U'clh  Aivinll  'VD  kiiIi  husband  George  timl  iluiighlcrs  Lcxic  anil 
Brittany  at  The  While  House  rose  garden. 


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as  a  kindergarten  teacher. 
Darcy  resides  in  North  Corn- 
wall Township,  Pa.,  with  her 
husband,  Chris,  and  children 
Collin  and  Olivia.  She  also 
has  a  grown  daughter  Jessie 
and  two  grandchildren. 

Message  from  Courtenay 
Wells  Arendt  (communica- 
tions); "Looking  forward 
to  our  20"'  reunion  in  three 
years.  Can't  believe  it!   If 
anyone  is  interested  in  help- 
ing plan  an  event — we  want 
to  start  now — email  me  at 
cma86(rt'msn.com  Hope  to 
see  you  all  soon." 


Class  Scribe: 

Malena  (DeMofe)  Peaison 
407  Wiiithi-op  Street 
South  Williamsport.  PA 
17702 

(570)320-7370 
mpearson@elsd.  org 


Class  Scribe: 

Julie  Makatche  Collins 
1209  Hatfield  Court 
Abingdon.  MD  21009 
(410)  676-0072 
Julie.  Collins@kcc.  com 

Liz  (SutlifO  Carmer 

(philosophy)  has  been  on  the 
road  for  over  three  years  with 
her  husband,  Alan,  volunteer- 
ing from  Alaska  to  Belize. 
For  the  past  1 5  months  they 


have  been  volunteering  for 
Alaska  State  Parks  and  Dena- 
li  National  Park.  Previously 
they  were  at  a  library  on 
an  island  in  Belize,  Central 
America.  They  are  currently 
on  their  way  to  volunteer  at  a 
National  Wildlife  Refuge  in 
Texas. 


Class  Scribe: 

.Andrea  Ruble  Miller 
2897  Willow  Wood  Court 
Crofton.  MD  21114 
(410)  721-6225 
amproducer@aol.  com 


Class  Scribe: 

Michele  (Wawroski)  Hogan 
7  Stuart  Road 
Sterling.  MA  01564 
(781)  444-2254  (h) 
michele(al\cman.  com 

Kathleen  "Kat"  Smith 

(psychology,  elementary 
education)  was  promoted  to 
Clinical  Director  at  Mirmont 
Treatment  Center.  Mirmont 
is  a  Dual  Diagnosis  treatment 
center  for  those  who  struggle 
with  chemical  dependence 
and  mental  health  issues. 
She  oversees  and  develops 
programs  for  treatment  and 
supervising  all  inpatient, 
detox  counselors,  and  in- 
terns. Mirmont  is  a  100-bed 


(left  to  right)  Will  Eherz.  i.  Matthew  Diifner  S.  Meredith  Diifher.  6  months. 
Elizabeth  Eberz.  2.  Meghan  Dujher.  4.  and  Hannah  Hirsch.  2. 


facility  that  recently  merged 
with  the  Main  Line  Health 
System.  Kat  has  been  with 
Mirmont  for  over  three  and 
a  half  years.  She  resides  in 
Parkside.  Pa. 


Class  Scribe: 

Bob  Martin 
2467  Route  10  East 
Building  6  Unit  1-B 
Morris  Plains.  NJ  07950 
(973)401-1983  (h) 
Martin  1 80(a),aol.  com 


Class  Scribe: 

.4ngela  (Daks haw)  Sweetiey 
224  Jefferson  Avenue 
Downingtown,  PA  19335 
angela.sweeney(§>veri:on.net 


Class  Scribe: 

Lauren  Kolaya 

1081  Oakland  .4venue 

Plainfield  NJ  07060-3411 

(90S)  755-5710  or 

(908)  962-0816 

lyco97(flJaol.com 

or 

Kirslen  (Schwalm)  Miller 

122  Bressler  St. 

Sayre,  PA  18840 

(570)  888-6486 

kirstenbrian(a),cyber-quest.com 


Dr.  Carrie  (Snell) 
McDonald  (psychology,  el- 
ementary education)  received 
a  Doctorate  of  Education 
in  teacher  leadership  from 
Walden  University,  Min- 
neapolis, Minn.,  in  June 
2007.  She  is  in  her  1  Ith  year 
as  kindergarten  teacher  and 
Language  Arts  Department 
chair  in  the  Lake-Lehman 
School  District.  She  resides 
in  Harveys  Lake,  Pa. 


Class  Scribe: 

Brenda  (Bowser)  Soder 
2105  Carriage  Square  Place 
Silver  Spring,  MD  20906 
(301)  946-4321 
BrendaSoder(cvcomcast.  net 

Lana  Adams  (biology) 
has  been  appointed  Director 
of  Human  Resources  for  the 
Department  of  Agriculture. 
She  was  promoted  to  a  Hu- 
man Resource  Analyst  with 
the  Department  of  Agricul- 
ture in  2003  after  a  year  with 
the  Commonwealth  as  a  Hu- 
man Resource  Management 
Trainee. 

Kristen  (Mongomery) 
Dufner  (psychology),  T.J. 
(Klahre)  Hirsch  (nursing), 
and  Dana  Lewis-Eberz 
(biology)  got  together  with 
their  children  for  lunch  and  a 
play  date. 


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CLASS  NOTES 


Class  Notes: 

Heather  Myers 

321  Oak  Street 

South  Williamsport.  PA 

17702 

(570)  327-l40S(h) 

hcatherrael9(a  holniail.com 

Dr.  Alexander  Nohai- 
Seaman  (music)  graduated 
from  UW-Madison  last  May 
and  has  accepted  a  full-time 
music  faculty  position  at 
Suffolk  County  Commu- 
nity College,  N.Y.  Jennifer 
Nohai-Seaman  "99  (math- 
ematics) has  accepted  a  part- 
time  adjunct  faculty  position 
at  the  same  college.  Most 
of  her  time  will  be  spent  at 
home  with  their  three-year 
old  daughter  Calista. 


Class  Scribe: 

Amanda  Petenuan  c/alla 

Piazza 

115  Carpenter  St. 

Mimcy,PA  17756 

(570)  546-9440 

harhlngerlKa  hotmail.  com 

Dr.  Christopher  Cole, 

MD  (biology)  completed 
his  residency  in  Emergency 
Medicine  at  the  University  of 
Pittsburgh  on  June  22,  2007. 
He  has  accepted  the  posi- 
tion of  Attending  Physician, 
Emergency  Medicine,  at  St. 
Clair  Hospital  in  Pittsburgh, 
Pa.  He  resides  with  his  wife 
Lucinda  (Bradley)  '01,  their 
daughter  Whitney  and  son 
Marcus  in  Pittsburgh. 

Marcus  Myers  (archeol- 
ogy/culture of  the  ancient 
Near  East)  was  awarded  a 
doctorate  degree  of  optom- 
etry by  the  Pennsylvania  Col- 
lege of  Optometry  in  Elkins 
Park.  While  at  PCO.  Marcus 
received  the  Arthur  Shlaifer 
Memorial  Award  in  Ocular 


Pathology,  the  Conforma 
Contact  Lens  Award,  and  the 
Lynch  Pediatric  Unit  Citation 
of  Clinical  Excellence. 

Heather  (Moss)  Schlegel 
(business  administration)  was 
re-hired  by  Auntie  Anne's, 
Inc.,  in  January  2007  as  Se- 
nior Leasing  Representative. 
She  completed  a  Master's  of 
Business  Administration  in 
July  2007  from  University  of 
Phoeni.x  Online  with  a  3.85 
GPA.   Heather  resides  in 
Harrisburg,  Pa. 


Class  Scribe: 

.Andrea  (Duncan)  Mitcheltree 
3695  Meadow  Lane 
Bethlehem,  Pa  18020 
(610)419-4711 
lhedunc(a  hotmall.com 

Dr.  Christopher  Mick- 
litsch  (chemistry)  received 
his  PhD  in  organic  chemistry 
from  the  University  of  Dela- 
ware. The  title  of  his  thesis 
was  "Designing  Functional 
Materials  Using  the  Hydro- 
phobic Face  of  a  Self- Assem- 
bling Amphiphilic  B-hairpin 
Peptide."  He  has  accepted 
a  Postdoctoral  Fellowship 
from  the  NIH  in  the  National 
Institute  of  Digestion,  Dia- 
betes and  Kidney  Disease  in 
Bethesda,  Md.  Christopher 
resides  in  Gaithersburg,  Md. 

Kendra  (Craig)  Seaver 
(accounting,  business  admin- 
istration) has  taken  a  position 
as  the  District  Treasurer  at 
Tioga  Central  School  Dis- 
trict, Tioga  Center,  N.Y. 


Class  Scribe: 

Sharon  Rogers 
218  69th  St. 
Guttenherg.  NJ  07093 
(201)  679-2611 
SharonR6300@,aol.com 


Jessica  Cornell  (Spanish) 
has  just  accepted  a  new  posi- 
tion of  Account  Management 
Operations  Assistant  for 
Telogical  Systems.  Telogical 
provides  competitive  pricing 
software  for  major  telecom- 
munications companies. 
Jessica  resides  in  Charleston, 
S.C. 

Dr.  Michael  Greenage 
(biology)  received  a  Doc- 
tor of  Osteopathic  Medicine 
degree  from  Philadelphia 
College  of  Osteopathic 
Medicine  (PCOM)  in  J  Line 
2007.  Michael  is  currently 
doing  a  residency  in  psy- 
chiatry at  the  University  of 
Virginia  Roanoke  -  Carillon 
Hospital  System,  Va. 

Dr.  Jason  Thomas 
Herres  (biology)  gradu- 
ated with  a  Doctor  of 
Dental  Medicine  degree  from 
Temple  University  School 
of  Dentistry  in  May  2007. 
Jason  and  his  wife,  April 
(Perry)  Herres  '02,  moved  to 
Lake  Forest,  111.,  where  Jason 
is  completing  a  residency  in 
general  dentistry  at  the  Great 
Lakes  Naval  Hospital. 

Jennifer  Leader  Ander- 
son (biology)  graduated  last 
March  with  Ph.D.  in  Tumor 
Biology  from  Georgetown 
University.  Her  dissertation 
was  entitled  Histone  Modify- 
ing Proteins  in  Transcription- 
al Repression  Complexes. 
Jennifer  resides  in  Pittsburgh, 
Pa. 

Elizabeth  McNassor 
Harris  (English-literature) 
has  been  employed  by 
Takeda  Pharmaceuticals 
North  America,  Inc.,  as  a 
Professional  Sales  Represen- 
tative since  August  2005.  She 
works  for  the  Neuroscience 
Sales  Division,  primarily  in 
the  Williamsport  and  State 
College  area. 

Erin  (Lubold)  Minick 
(psychology)  is  a  first  grade 
teacher  at  East  Pennsboro 
School  District  in  Camp  Hill, 


Pa.,  and  \s  ill  be  starting  her 
sixth  year  in  the  district  this 
fall  as  well  as  taking  on  the 
responsibility  of  grade  level 
leader.  She  completed  her 
master's  degree  in  Teaching 
and  Curriculum  at  Penn  State 
University. 

Camilie  Orelli  (art- 
photography)  is  a  new  Artist 
on  the  Green  member — an 
organization  established  by 
Wild  as  a  partnership,  to  help 
create  an  outlet  of  original 
fine  art  by  some  of  the  areas 
finest  artisans.  The  gallery  is 
located  in  Eagles  Mere,  Pa. 

Phil  Zimmerman  (com- 
munications) was  promoted 
to  associate  publicist  for  the 
television  newsmagazine 
program.  Frontline,  produced 
by  WGBH-Boston.   In  his 
new  role,  Phil  represents 
the  series  and  assists  with 
its  national  promotion  and 
outreach  campaigns.  He 
also  is  a  freelance  reporter 
for  several  publications 
where  he  specializes  in  food, 
travel,  and  entertainment 
features.   For  his  most  recent 
assignment,  Phil  traveled  to 
Bermuda  to  review  beach 
resorts  and  interviewed  the 
Food  Network's  Bobby  Flay 
and  several  other  celebrity 
chefs  about  local  cuisine.  The 
article  will  print  in  the  July 
issue  of  Hatch!  magazine,  a 
new  entertainment  magazine 
produced  by  CBS  television. 


Class  Scribe: 

Charlene  Bartolotta 
82-20  Parsons  Blvd..  Apt.  I 
Jamaica.  NY  11432 
chartolotlal  23(d),yahoo.com 

Matthew  D.  Buraczeski 

(criminal  justice)  entered 
the  United  States  Army  on 
February  20,  2007.  He  com- 
pleted basic  training  and  ad- 
vanced militar)'  police  school 
at  Fort  Leonard  Wood, 


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54 


Missouri,  in  July.  Matthew 
is  currently  stationed  at  Fort 
Drum,  N.Y.,  in  the  5 11th 
Military  Police  Company. 

Brian  Driscoll  (econom- 
ics) received  a  master's 
degree  in  Public  Administra- 
tion from  Binghamton  Uni- 
versity. Brian  is  employed 
as  the  Economic  Develop- 
ment Manager  at  the  Central 
Bradford  Progress  Authority 
in  Towanda. 

Jacqueline  Stires 
(psychology)  is  enrolled  in 
Walden  University's  Master 
of  Psychology  program.  She 
currently  works  as  the  Lead 
Substance  Abuse  Counselor 
of  the  Men's  Long  Temi 
Unit  at  Gaudenzia.  Inc.,  in 
Baltimore,  Md.  Jacqueline 
resides  in  Jacobus,  Pa. 


Class  Scribe: 

Christine  Colella 
LycoChhstiuc  111  (cvaol.  com 

Kirsten  Newman 

(communication-corporate) 
was  named  Administrative 
Coordinator  for  the  Johns 
Hopkins  University  School 
of  Medicine  Development 
and  Alumni  Relations  Office 
in  April.  She  is  still  singing 
as  a  member  of  the  Mas- 
terworks  Choir  through  the 
Pennsylvania  Academy  of 
Perfomiing  Arts,  a  semi-pro- 
fessional adult  choir  of  about 
75  voices.  Their  ne.xt  concert 
series  will  be  held  December 
7,  8,  and  9.  Email  papa- 
choir(a)gmail.com  for  more 
information.  Kirsten  resides 
in  Reisterstown,  Md. 

Matthew  Smitti  (English- 
creative  writing)  is  teaching 
in  the  English  department 
at  Temple  University.  He  is 
also  currently  the  editor  of 
a  new  sports  satire  web- 
site, www.phillyjock.com, 
centered  around  Philadelphia 
sports  teams. 


Class  Scribe: 

Kristen  Dart 

22  Moore  Ave. 

Saratoga  Springs  NY  12866 

darkrls33(a)hotmall.com 


Class  Scribe: 

MIchele  Connors 

243  West  Main  Street 

Weatherly,  PA   18255 

mconnors(a),lnbox.  com 

or 

Jamie  Hershey 

160  E.  Evergreen  Street 

West  Grove.  PA  19390 

jhershey@onmac.  com 

Summer  Beretsky 

(communication-corporate ) 
was  recently  selected  to  par- 
ticipate in  the  Academic  Ad- 
vising Certificate  Program  at 
the  University  of  Delaware, 
summer  2007.  The  Program 
is  designed  to  provide  gradu- 
ate students  with  an  opportu- 
nity to  gain  practical  experi- 
ence in  advising  students, 
in  preparation  for  their  roles 
as  future  college/university 
faculty.  The  program  is  a 
combination  of  student  de- 
velopment theory,  discussion 
with  senior  faculty  mentors 
related  to  advising  topics  and 
issues,  education  about  Col- 
lege and  University  require- 
ments, and  a  practicum.  The 
practicum  entails  working 
as  an  academic  advisor  for 
students  in  declared  majors 
in  the  College  of  Ails  & 
Sciences  during  the  Univer- 
sity's new  student  orientation 
program,  DelaWorld  101. 
Summer  recently  completed 
her  first  year  of  graduate 
studies  in  the  Department  of 
Communication  at  the  Uni- 
versity of  Delaware,  where 
she  is  working  on  a  Master  of 
Arts  degree  in  Interpersonal 
Communication.  During  the 


academic  year,  she  works  as 
a  Residence  Hall  Director  for 
the  Office  of  Residence  Life 
atUD. 

Alexis  Bortle  (corporate 
communications)  accepted  a 
job  in  the  corporate  commu- 
nications office  for  Guthrie 
Health.  She  resides  in  Wa- 
verly,  N.Y. 

Rebecca  Herd  (English- 
creative  writing)  is  spending 
a  year  in  Freiberg,  southwest 
Germany,  as  an  au  pair 

Andrew  Lutzkanin 
(music,  interdisciplinary)  has 
been  accepted  into  the  Penn 
State  College  of  Medicine 
Class  of  2011. 


Dustin  Reeder  (criminal 
justice)  has  been  hired  as  a 
city  police  officer  by  the  Wil- 
liamsport  City  Council.  He 
graduated  from  the  Mansfield 
University  Police  Academy 
in  October  2006  with  out- 
standing cadet  awards. 


Class  Scribe: 

Laura  Holdredge 
21  Gaiy  Lane 
Tiinkhannock.  PA  18657 
IhoIdredge@hotmail.  com 


M      A      R      R 


A      G 


lincii  I  Heaven  Vfi  ami 
Jason  Wagner  '95 

Erica  (Weaver)  '98  and 
Jason  Wagner  '95  were 
married  on  June  1 7.  2006  at 
Beaver  Lutheran  Church  in 
Beaver  Springs,  PA.  A  relax- 
ing honeymoon  was  taken  to 
Riviera  Maya.  Mexico.  Holly 
Hiergeist  '98  was  maid  of 
honor  and  Heather  Jacobs 
"98  and  Jennifer  Holt  '98 
were  bridesmaids.  Andy 
Kline  '96  was  a  grooms- 
man. Also  in  attendance 
were  Robyn  Hannan  '88 
and  Christen  Ditzler.  Head 
Women's  Basketball  and 
Softball  Coach  at  Lycoming. 


Sally  ami  Casey  Barnes  W 

Sally  Hillson  and  Casey 
Barnes  '99  were  married 
on  September  9,  2006,  in 
Devon.  England. 


Amy  (Sinner)  '00  and  Robert 
I'am/ennill  'V,S 

Amy  E.  (Sinner)  '00  and 
Robert  J.  Vanderwaii  '98 

were  married  on  June  1 7, 
2006  in  Clarke  Chapel  of 
Lycoming  College.  Alumni 
in  bridal  party:   Rebecca 
(Hoover)  Willis '00  (Ma- 
tron of  Honor).  Bobby  Jo 
(Mahonski)  '00  (brides- 
maid). James  Matula  '98 
(groomsman),  Brian  Keller 
'99  (groomsman).  Tomi-Jo 
(Iredell)  Smith  '01  (soloist). 

Hillary 
(Barrett)  '01 

and  Dr.  Keith 
Cetera  were 
married  on 
June  22. 
2007  in 
Philadelphia, 
PA.    Miranda 
Barrett  '96 
was  the  maid 
of  honor. 
Bridesmaids 
included  Jen 
(Haldaman) 
McC  arthy 
'Ol.Maren 
Attanasio 
'Ol.Nikki 
Murnane  '01.  Trish  (Lupo) 
Levine  '01.  and  Elyse 
(Henry)  DeLillo '01.  Other 
alumni  in  attendance  were 
Briana  (Lewis)  Hassibi  '01. 


Laura  Lcbo  '01.  Amy 
McCauley  '04.  and  Ryan 
McCarthy  '00 

Kristen  (Fedora)  '01  and 
Terry  McLaughlin  '98  were 
married  on  June  16,  2007  in 
Harrisburg,  PA.  Attendants 
were  Jan  Coodeluinas 
'01.  Megan  McCahey '01, 
Megan  Dellinger  '02  and 
Matthew  Wolfe  '98.  Ly- 
coming alumni  in  attendance 
included  Chris  McLaughlin 
'01,  Sean  McLaughlin  '94. 
Coley  Grouse  '98.  Michael 
Griffin  '99.  Kevin  Ruther- 
ford '00.  Andy  Rutherford 
'99.  Chris  Napier  '02.  Tom 
Napier  '01.  Stacic  Cham- 
pion '00.  (;eoff  Boblick  '98. 
Jill  (Cearhart)  Boblick  '98. 
Jamie  (Ncwhard)  Thomp- 
son '99.  .Michcle  Scavello 
'99.  Lisa(Defonte)Arp 
'99.  Maren  Attanasio '01. 
Jackie  (Moore)  Thomas 
'01.  Michael  Thomas '99, 
Danielle  (Shcehan)  Curzi 
'01.  and  Michael  Eugene 
Curzi  '00.  The  couple  cur- 
rently resides  in  Mechanics- 
burg,  PA. 

Janel  (Franson)  '01  and 

Brent  Justice  were  married 
on  July  21.  2007  at  West  Side 
United  Methodist  Church  in 
Clearfield.  PA.  Bridesmaid 
was  Heather  (Babbony) 
Temple  '01.  A  relaxing 
honeymoon  to  the  islands  of 


Tahiti  and  Moorea  followed. 
The  couple  reside  in  Stafford. 
VA. 

Emily  Helms  and  Matt 
Staffaroni  '02  were  married 
on  August  12.  2006,  in  Blue 
Bell.   PA.   .MikcControvich 
'02.  Tim  Deasey  '03.  Ryan 
Rupprecht  '02.  Adrianna 
(Kuckia)  Rupprecht  '01, 
Joey  Feerar  "02.  Chris 
Dauber  '03.  Ryan  Steele 
'02.  and  Frank  Schofield 
were  in  attendance. 


Einiti  ami  Mall  Staffaroni  '11^ 

Andrea  (Tinsley)  '02  and 

Justin  Kceney  were  married  on 
July  15.  2006.  in  Saint  Gabriel 
Church  in  Norwood,  PA.  Sha- 
ron Rogers  '02, 


Andrea  I  Ttnsley)   02  and 
Justin  Keenev 


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LYCOMING  COLLEGE  MAGAZINE  •  FALL  '07 


Ellen  Burns  '02,  and  Tim 
Deasey  '02  were  all  mem- 
bers of  the  bridal  party. 
Other  alumni  in  attendance 
were  John  Scanlan  '01, 
Lindsey  (Guiles)  Scanlan 
'03,  Amanda  (Adams) 
Gofus  '02,  and  Bryan  Gofus 
'00. 


Jennifer  (Kinne)  '03  and  Biyan 
Laplante  "01 

Jennifer  (Kinne)  '03 
and  Bryan  Laplante  '01 

were  married  on  October 
7,  2006.  Alumni  in  atten- 
dance were:  Ann  Dolan 
'03  (Bridesmaid),  Lauren 
Watkins  '06  (Bridesmaid), 
Ashlea  Buchenauer  '03, 
Heidi  (LaBelle)  Watts  '03, 
Brandy  Bosler  '02,  Carleen 
Remolde  '02. 

Bridget  (Narcum)  '04 

and  Matthew  Occiato  were 


married  on  December  1 6, 
2006,  in  Dallas,  PA. 

Kelly  (Cantando)  and 
Tim  Sullivan  '04  were  mar- 
ried on  June  2,  2007. 

Jennifer  D.  (Bennetch) 
'05  and  Zachary  E.  Todd 

'05  were  married  on  October 
7,  2006.  Lesley  McCracken 
'05,  Maid  of  Honor,  Timo- 
thy Welling  '07,  Best  Man, 
Nicholas  Dimaria  '04, 
Groomsman. 


Jennifer  (Bennetch)  '05  and  Zachary 
Todd  '05 

Jenna  (Dewey)  '07  and 

Anthony  Close,  were  married 
on  July  14,  2007,  in  Troy, 
PA. 


From  left  lo  right:  Shannon  Roelle  '07,  Tcmiah  Amrom  '07.  Jenna  (Dewey) 
Close  07,  Keith  Dewey  '82  (father  of  the  bride),  Lanren  Patch  '07,  Vanessa 
(Poslaski)  Diinlap  '05,  Bridesmaid  Shannon  Town  '07,  Maid  of  Honor  Laura 
hiasiich  '07.  Jenna,  Shannon,  Tamah,  Vanessa,  Shannon,  cmd Lauren  cn'e  all 
members  of  the  Lyco  Chapter  ofAZD  Sorority. 


Front  Row:  Kelly  Cantando  (Bride),  Tim  Sullivan  '04  (Groom) 
Back  Row:  Casey  Spencer  '05,  Tom  Coale  '03,  Nicole  Palerson  '06 ,  Mark 
Katzenback  '06 .  Eric  Chamberlain  '02,  Tim  Welling  '07,  Greg  Coale  '06, 
Eugene  Robert  Melvin  III  '04  (Usher),  Kris  Accardi  '05,  Abby  Franks  '05,  Matt 
Stendardi  '04 


NEW       ARRIVALS 


AlcMiikk'r  Lucca  I'ida 

A  son,  Alexander  Lucca, 
to  Michelle  and  Michael 
Pida  "85.  October  17,2006. 

A  son,  Michael  Louis, 
to  Kathy  (Evans)  '90  and 

Bruce  Silverstein,  September 
19,2006. 

A  son,  Gabriel  Alexan- 
der, to  Lauren  and  P.  Kevin 
Brobson  '92,  August  8. 
2007.  Gabe  was  welcomed 
into  the  family  by  big  brother 
Will.  4,  and  big  sister 
Claire,  7. 


A  son,  Christopher  Perry, 
to  Stacey  (Spear)  '93  and 

Frank  Noreika.  September 
1  7,  2006. 

Twin  daughters,  Hope 
and  Elizabeth,  to  Jennifer 
(Smith)  '94  and  Walter  Dra- 
hos,  .luly  1,2006. 

A  daughter,  Gabrielle  Em- 
ily, to  Allison  (Hale)  '96  and 

Neil  Sullivan.  April  3,  2007. 
She  joins  her  twin  sisters, 
Kaitlyn  and  Haley,  3. 

A  son,  Francis  Joseph 
(Frankie).  to 
Tami  (Sickles) 
'96  and  Frank 
McCartney,  Feb- 
ruary 26.  2007. 


A  daughter, 
Natalie  Wynne, 
to  Erin  (Brooks) 

'97  and  ,leremy 
Brown,  January 


11,2007. 
She  is  wel- 
comed by 
big  brother, 
Logan,  4. 

A  son, 
Jacob  Walter, 
to  Erin  and 
Chip  Ed- 
monds '98, 
November  9, 
2006.  Jacob 
attended  his 
first  Lycom- 
ing Soccer 
game! 


A  son,  Michael 
Geoffrey,  to  Jill 
(Gearhart)  '98 
and  Geoffre> 
Boblick  '98. 
August  8.  2007. 
He  joins  Hannah 
Rose,  5, 
and  Macy 
Elizabeth,  2. 


Francis  Joseph  McCarliicv 


^  Gabriel  Alexander 
tirohson  with  his  sister  Claire 
and  brother  Will. 

^  Twin  sisters  Hope  and 
I'.lizahclh  Drohos. 


A  son,  Michael 
Joseph  III  "Tripp",  to  Dawn 
Marie 
(Mann)  '98 
and  Michael 
Bracken 
'97.  March 
30,  2007. 
He  joins  big 
sister,  Erin 
Marie,  3  '/; 
years  old. 


A  daugh- 
ter, Meredith 
Josephine, 
to  Kristen 
(Montgom- 
ery) '98  and 
Thomas  Duf- 
ncr  '00,  Janu- 
ary 15.2007. 
She  joins 
big  brother. 
Matthew,  and 
big  sister. 
Meghan. 


Jacob  Edmonds 

A  son.  Jacob  Patrick,  to 
Elizabeth  (ZwikI)  '99  and 
Mark  Barnes  '01.  June  9. 
2006. 

A  daughter.  Jenna  Laine. 
to  Heather  (Moss)  '00  and 
Charles  Schlegel,  Febru- 
ary 20.  2007.  She  joins  big 
sister,  Taylor  Paige,  2  1/2. 


Michael CeoJ I Ci  i  /.m   ,., 

sisters  Hannah  Rose  and  Macy 
Elizabeth 


Michael  Joseph  11/  and  sister  Erin 
Marie  Bracken 


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A  son,  Kyelan  Fynn,  to 
Heather  (Britten)  '02  and 

Zachary  Perko,  December  2. 
2006. 

A  daughter,  Harlee  Paige, 
to  Erica  (Moerschbacher) 
'02  and  Jasen  Kastner,  June 
29,  2007. 

A  daughter,  Riley  Ann, 
to  Tracy  (Schmehl)  '02 

and  Brian  Kochel,  April  27, 
2007.  Shejoins  big  sister, 
MacKenzie,  5. 

A  son,  Gavin  Gregory,  to 
Tara  (Stepanchick)  '02  and 

Gregory  Mentzer,  April  1 1 , 
2007. 


Kevin  Kecnev 


Ananiiu  Borlle 


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A  son,  Kevin  .lonathan, 
to  Andrea  (Tinsley)  '02  and 

Justin  Keeney,  March  20, 

2007. 


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1931 

Helen  S.  Granger 
Pederson,  of  Staten  Island, 
N.Y..  died  April  7,2007.  She 
is  survived  by  two  daughters, 
and  a  son. 

1932 

Helen  Poticher  Steele,  of 

Annapolis,  Md.,  died  Febru- 
ary 7,  2007.  She  is  survived 
by  a  daughter 

1933 

CarlE.  Steckel.  ofClark- 
stown.  Pa.,  died  .luiy  15, 
2007.   He  is  survived  by  a 
daughter 

1938 

Dr.  William  H.  Gehron  Jr., 

of  Williamsport,  Pa.,  died 
June  25,  2007.  He  is  sur- 
vived by  his  wife.  Betty,  two 
daughters,  and  two  sons. 

1941 

Horace  D.  Bennett  Jr. 

of  Bloomsburg,  Pa.,  died 
August  12,2007.  He  is 
survived  by  his  wife.  Norma, 
a  daughter,  and  a  son. 

Dr.  Thomas  C.  Simmons,  of 

Bel  Air,  Md..  died  June  19. 
2006. 

1942 

Eleanor  Jones  Fergusson, 

of  Welcome,  Md.,  died  May 
2 1 ,  2007.  She  is  survived  by 
three  daughters. 

1948 

Gordon  J.  Walker,  of  Lar- 
go, Fla.,  died  May  20,  2007. 
He  is  survived  by  a  son. 

1950 

Charlotte  M.  Fisher  Welch, 

of  Jersey  Shore,  Pa.,  died 
June  27,  2007    She  is  sur- 
vived by  two  daughters  and 
one  son. 

1951 

Reverend  David  C. 
Dawson,  of  Frederick.  Md., 
died  April  21,  2007.  He 
is  survived  by  his  wife, 
Patricia,  and  two  sons. 


1952 

F.  Robert  Manville,  of 

Leeds,  Ala.,  died  May  22. 

2006.  He  is  survived  by  his 
wife.  Mary. 

1953 

Reverend  .lames  E. 

Cavanaugh.  of  Kansas  City, 
Mo.,  died  August  9,  2007. 
He  is  survived  by  his  wife. 

Nancy. 

1955 

WilliamR.Hyman.  of  Wil- 
liamsport. Pa.,  died  June  13. 
2007. 

Richard  T.  Lippoli.  of  Brid- 
geville.  Pa.,  died  August  13, 

2007.  He  is  survived  by  his 
wife,  Esther,  two  daughters 
and  a  son. 

Stephen  M.  Wolf,  of  Tava- 
res,  Fla.,  died  July  1,2007. 
He  is  survived  by  his  wife. 


Nancy,  a  daughter,  and  two 
sons. 

1956 

Bernice  I>.  House,  of  Wil- 
liamsport. Pa.,  died  July  21, 
2007. 

1957 

Robert  G.  Hewitt,  of  Bronx. 

N.Y.,died  February  26.  2001. 
He  is  survived  by  his  wife. 
Lucille. 

195') 

Robert  A.  Judd,  of  Muncy, 

Pa.,  died  July  26,  2007.  He 
is  survived  by  his  wife, 
Ardene. 

1961 

Lawrence  L.  Hargenrader. 

of  Montoursville,  Pa.,  died 
June  28,  2007.  He  is  sur- 
vived by  his  wife,  Kim,  and  a 
daughter 


Fred  M.  Harris,  of  Ska- 
neateles,  N.Y..  died  July  10, 
2007.    He  is  sur\  ived  by  three 
daughters. 

Elizabeth  J.  Salmon,  of 

Montoursv  ille.  Pa.,  died  June 
9,  2007. 

1966 

Leonard  S.  Bendicks.  of 

Williamsport.  Pa.,  died  July 
20,  2007. 

1967 

Sandy  R.  Buser  Lawson,  of 

Norristown,  Pa.,  died  August 

14.2006. 

1970 

Thomas  B.  Croyle.  of  Mon- 
toursville, Pa.,  died  June  15. 
2007.  He  is  survived  by  his 
wife.  Ruth  E.  (Wilkinson) 
Croyle  "72,  a  daughter,  and  a 


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Deferred  gifts  offer  creative  ways  to  make  a  more  significant  gift  to  the  Campaign  for  a 
Brighter  Future  than  you  may  have  thought  possible.  Here  are  four  of  the  easiest  and  most 
popular  ways  to  make  a  deferred  gift: 

IRAs:  The  Most  Overlooked  Option 

Consider  making  Lycoming  the  beneficiary  of  your  IRA.  Your  IRA  can  be  an  excellent — and 
tax-wise — deferred  gift  choice.  If  you  leave  your  IRA  to  anyone  other  than  your  spouse  or  a 
charity,  significant  value  may  be  lost  to  taxation. 

Charitable  Gift  Annuities:  Guaranteed  Lifetime  Income 

Perhaps  you  would  like  a  little  more  income  than  your  investments  are  earning,  but  you  are 
reluctant  to  sell  appreciated  stock  because  of  the  capital  gain  tax  you  will  incur  Consider  giving 
the  appreciated  stock  to  Lycoming. 

Life  Insurance 

Consider  making  Lycoming  the  beneficiary  of  a  new  life  insurance  policy  or  one  you  no  longer 
need.  If  you  make  Lycoming  the  owner  -  as  well  as  beneficiary  -  of  a  policy,  your  policy  pay- 
ments become  tax  deductible. 

Bequest  Gifts 

A  bequest  is  one  of  the  easiest  ways  to  make  a  gift  to  Lycoming.  You  may  decide  to  give  a 
specific  amount,  a  percentage  of  your  estate,  or  all  or  part  of  what  remains  after  others  have  been 
remembered. 

To  receive  more  information  on  these  or  other  ways  to  make  a  difference  for  Lycoming,  please 
contact  Nancy  L.  Kulchycki,  Director  of  Major  and  Planned  Gifts,  at  570.321.4196.  or 
kulchyck@lycoming.edu. 


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CLASS  NOTES 


LYCOMING  COLLEGE  MAGAZINE  •  FALL  '07 


1972 

Daniel  A.  Andrews,  of 

Hughesville.  Pa.,  died  August 
10,2007.  He  is  survived 
by  his  wife.  Tammy,  and  a 
daughter. 

1977 

John  L.  Fronk,  of  Las 

Vegas,  Nev.,  died  August  1, 
2007.  He  is  survived  by  his 
parents  and  a  sister. 

2007 

Melissa  A.  Beclter,  of 

Williamsport,  Pa.,  died  July 
3,  2007.  She  is  survived  by 
her  parents,  a  sister,  and  two 
brothers. 


wmm 


Mr.  Ephraim  "Eph"  Baker,  of  Montours- 
ville,  passed  away  on  August  19,  2007.  Mr. 
Baker  and  his  wife,  Bess,  have  helped  to 
provide  financial  assistance  to  ten  students 
at  Lycoming  College  through  the  Eph  and 
Bess  Baker  Scholarship  Fund.  Mr.  Baker 
also  made  provisions  for  an  endowed  schol- 
arship at  the  College  through  a  generous 
planned  gift.  Student  Jessica  Bennet  '10,  of 
Linden,  offered  words  of  gratitude  for  Mr. 
Baker's  generosity  at  his  memorial  service. 

Mr.  Baker  was  known  for  his  contribu- 
tions to  the  community.  He  was  active  in 
the  United  Way,  the  Jewish  Foundation, 
CAPPA,  and  many  other  charities.  He 
donated  largely  to  the  Million  Dollar  Round 
Table  Foundation,  a  world-wide  charity  that 
distributes  almost  two  million  dollars  each 
year  to  those  in  need.  The  Eph  Baker  Family 
Foundation  will  enable  his  legacy  in  chari- 
table giving  to  continue  for  years  to  come. 

He  served  as  the  President  of  his  local 
Life  Underwriters  Association,  and  was  a 


national  committeeman  for  the  National 
Insurance  Association.  In  1998,  he  was  hon- 
ored with  the  lifetime  achievement  award  at 
the  Pennsylvania  Life  Association. 

As  one  of  the  founding  members  and 
President  of  the  South  Williamsport  Lions 
Club,  Mr.  Baker  was  honored  in  2006  by 
being  named  a  Melvin  Jones  Fellow  by 
Lions  Club  International  to  acknowledge 
his  dedication  to  humanitarian  service. 

He  studied  at  American  College,  where 
he  earned  degrees  as  a  Chartered  Life 
Underwriter  and  Chartered  Financial 
Consultant.  He  started  working  in  the  life 
insurance  industry  in  1937.  For  three  and  a 
half  years,  he  served  in  World  War  11.  Upon 
his  return,  he  resumed  his  position  as  the 
owner  of  the  Baker/Landon  Company  in 
Montoursville. 

Mr.  Baker  is  survived  by  his  wife,  Bess; 
two  children,  Richard  H.  Baker  and  Joyce 
Baker  Brown  '69;  four  grandchildren  and 
one  great  grandchild. 


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i*l 

FAST  FACT? 

\ 

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1812 

Student  Profile: 

Reverend  Benjamin  Crever 

•  1,400  Full-Time  (Representing  32  States  and 

Afiiliations: 

12  Foreign  Countries) 

•  Accreditation:  Middle  States  Commission  on  Higher 

•  55%  Women  /  45%  Men 

Education 

Average  SAT  Score:  1620 

•  Religious:  United  Methodist  Church 

•  80%  of  Students  Receive  Financial  Aid 

•  Athletics:  NCAA  Division  111 

•  70%  Graduate  in  Four  Years 

Leadership: 

Faculty  Profile: 

•  Mr.  Arthur  A.  Haberberger  "59, 

•  90  Full-Time 

Chaimian  of  the  Board  of  Trustees 

•  92%  hold  a  PhD,  or  the  highest  degree  in  their  field 

•  Dr.  James  E.  Douthat,  President 

•  13:1  Student/Faculty  Ratio 

Financials: 

Lycoming  Notable  Rankings: 

•  Endowment:  $140  Million 

•  One  of  the  50  Oldest  Colleges  in  the  United  States 

•  Total  Cost  of  Attendance:  $34,512 

•  Classified  by  the  Carnegie  Foundation  as  a 

Curriculum: 

Baccalaureate  Arts  &  Sciences  College 

•  34  Majors 

•  Listed  in  Barron's  "Best  Buys  In  College  Education" 

•  700+ Courses 

•  Identified  as  One  of  200  "Colleges  of  Distinction"  for 

•    lop  10  Majors:  Business,  Psychology,  Biology, 

Engaged  Students,  Great  Teaching,  Vibrant  Commu- 

Criminal Justice,  Art,  Communications,  History, 

nity,  and  Successful  Outcomes 

Archaeology,  English,  Political  Science 

•  Ranked  in  U.S.  News  &  World  Report  as  One  of  266 

National  Liberal  Arts  Colleges 

Alumni  of  Record:  13,272 

Although  Lycoming  College  is  one  of  the  50  oldest  institutions  of 
higher  learning  in  the  United  States,  it  is  a  community  with  new 
vitality,  ongoing  momentum,  and  a  nationally-recognized  commitment 
to  quality  education. 

Lycoming  College  is  classified  broadly  by  the  Carnegie  Foundation 
as  a  Baccalaureate  College  -  Arts  &  Sciences.  More  specifically, 
Lycoming  is  one  of  44  institutions  that  are  small  in  size,  focused 
exclusively  on  undergraduate  education,  are  selective  in  admissions, 
graduate  80%  of  their  students  in  the  arts  and  sciences,  and  include  a 
strong  residential  experience  on  campus. 

Lycoming  College  is  ranked  as  one  of  21 7  national  liberal  arts  colleges 
by  U.S.  News  &  World  Report  and  is  one  of  200  colleges  designated  as 
a  College  of  Distinction  known  for  engaged  students,  great  teaching,  a 
vibrant  community,  and  successful  outcomes. 

In  its  book  Best  Buys  in  College  Education,  Barron's  rated  Lycoming 
as  one  of  300  colleges  in  America  offering  above  average  education  at 
below  average  costs. 

The  .lohn  Templeton  Foundation  included  Lycoming  College  as  one  of 
134  institutions  in  its  Honor  Roll  for  Character-Building  Colleges. 


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Spelman  College  (GA) 
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